Barbecued Squid: Kalamaria Marinata Recipe

Name: Barbecued Squid: Kalamaria Marinata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds squid, cleaned; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 2 lemons, juiced; 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped fine; 1 teaspoon chile flakes; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat grill.
2
Clean the squid thoroughly, removing the backbone and head.
3
Separate the tentacles from the body.
4
Leave the tentacles and the body, whole.
5
Brush the squid with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6
Place on a hot grill and mark on all sides.
7
Grill until cooked through about 3 minutes.
8
In a bowl mix together the vinegar, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, chile, salt, and pepper.
9
Pull the squid from the grill and cut the body into inch-sized rings leaving the tentacles whole.
10
Put the squid in the marinade hot.
11
Mix well.
12
Serve warm or chilled as a meze with a glass of ouzo.

554

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds squid, cleaned, 1/4 cup olive oil, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Squid: Kalamaria Marinata falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barbecued Squid: Kalamaria Marinata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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