Spicy Squid Salad Recipe

Name: Spicy Squid Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 small squid ( cleaned); 1 tbsp roasted chilli paste; 1 tsp sunflower oil; Dressing; 1 tsp chopped ginger; 1 tsp chopped garlic; 1 tsp honey; juice of 1 lime; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 2 tbsp sunflower oil; 1 tsp sesame oil; Salad; 1 cucumber; 4 green onions; 1 medium red pepper (deseeded & sliced lengthways); 2 tbsp each of mint and coriander; 1 red Thai chilli; mixed salad leaves; Sesame seeds

Servings: persons

4 small squid ( cleaned)
1 tbsp roasted chilli paste
1 tsp sunflower oil
Dressing
1 tsp chopped ginger
1 tsp chopped garlic
1 tsp honey
juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp sunflower oil
1 tsp sesame oil
Salad
1 cucumber
4 green onions
1 medium red pepper (deseeded & sliced lengthways)
2 tbsp each of mint and coriander
1 red Thai chilli
mixed salad leaves
Sesame seeds

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Score the squid on a chopping board. Place in a bowl with the roasted chilli paste and oil. Mix well. Place on a griddle or barbecue and grill for a few minutes each side until the squid is golden brown.
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In the meantime, pound the ginger and garlic together in a pestle and mortar. Add the honey and lime and mix well. Whisk in the sunflower and sesame oil.
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Chop the cucumber,red pepper, spring onions and chilli peppers and place in a bowl with mixed salad leaves, mint and coriander.
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Finely slice the grilled squid and add to the salad bowl. Pour over the dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

119

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 small squid ( cleaned), 1 tbsp roasted chilli paste, 1 tsp sunflower oil, Dressing, and more.

Yes, Spicy Squid Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Squid Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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