Oregano Lemon Grilled Calamari Recipe

Name: Oregano Lemon Grilled Calamari
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds calamari tubes and tentacles; 2 tablespoons lemon zest (2 lemons); 1 lemon, juiced, plus more for serving; 1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 clove); 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; Lemon juice, to finish; Chopped parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 pounds calamari tubes and tentacles
2 tablespoons lemon zest (2 lemons)
1 lemon, juiced, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 clove)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Lemon juice, to finish
Chopped parsley, for garnish

1
Slit the calamari tubes up 1 side and lightly score 1 side.
2
Place the tubes and tentacles in a bowl and add the lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper and toss to combine.
3
Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4
Preheat a grill pan on high heat.
5
Remove the calamari from the refrigerator and place on the grill in batches for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side.
6
Cut the tubes into strips and leave the tentacles whole.
7
Before serving, sprinkle with lemon juice and chopped parsley.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds calamari tubes and tentacles, 2 tablespoons lemon zest (2 lemons), 1 lemon, juiced, plus more for serving, 1 teaspoon minced garlic (1 clove), and more.

Yes, Oregano Lemon Grilled Calamari 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.

Oregano Lemon Grilled Calamari

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