Pan-Seared Squid With Lemony Aioli And Greens Recipe

Name: Pan-Seared Squid With Lemony Aioli And Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg yolk; 1 garlic clove, finely grated; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grapeseed or vegetable oil; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1 pound cleaned squid, bodies halved lengthwise, tentacles left whole; 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 8 cups purslane or watercress with tender stems; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Servings: persons

1 large egg yolk
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grapeseed or vegetable oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 pound cleaned squid, bodies halved lengthwise, tentacles left whole
1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 cups purslane or watercress with tender stems
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

1
Whisk egg yolk, garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in olive oil and 1/4 cup grapeseed oil, drop by drop at first, and whisk until aioli is thickened and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Cover aioli and chill.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil in a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over high heat. Add half of squid and season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until lightly charred and cooked through, about 2 minutes; transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining squid and 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil. Return reserved squid to skillet, add vinegar and red pepper flakes, and cook, scraping up browned bits, to deglaze pan, about 1 minute.
3
Transfer squid to a large bowl and toss with purslane and lemon zest; season with salt, pepper, and more vinegar, if desired.
4
Serve salad with aioli.
5
DO AHEAD:

473

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg yolk, 1 garlic clove, finely grated, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pan-Seared Squid With Lemony Aioli And Greens 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.

Pan-Seared Squid With Lemony Aioli And Greens

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