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 tablespoon roasted chili paste; 1 teaspoon sunflower oil; 1 teaspoon chopped gingerroot; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 lime, juice of; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 2 tablespoons sunflower oil; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 cucumber; 4 spring onions; 1 medium bell pepper (deseeded & sliced lengthways); 2 tablespoons mint; 2 tablespoons coriander; 1 red Thai chile; mixed salad green; sesame seeds

Servings: persons

4 small squid (cleaned)
1 tablespoon roasted chili paste
1 teaspoon sunflower oil
1 teaspoon chopped gingerroot
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon honey
1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 cucumber
4 spring onions
1 medium bell pepper (deseeded & sliced lengthways)
2 tablespoons mint
2 tablespoons coriander
1 red Thai chile
mixed salad green
sesame seeds

1
Score the squid on a chopping board.
2
Place in a bowl with the roasted chilli paste and oil.
3
Mix well.
4
Place on a griddle or barbecue and grill for a few minutes each side until the squid is golden brown.
5
In the meantime, pound the ginger and garlic together in a pestle and mortar.
6
Add the honey and lime and mix well.
7
Whisk in the sunflower and sesame oil.
8
Chop the cucumber, pepper, spring onions and chilie peppers and place in a bowl with mixed salad leaves, mint and coriander.
9
Finely slice the grilled squid and add to the salad bowl.
10
Pour over the dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

127

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 small squid (cleaned), 1 tablespoon roasted chili paste, 1 teaspoon sunflower oil, 1 teaspoon chopped gingerroot, 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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