Squid, Fried Plantain and Mango Salad with Fresh Mi

Name: Squid, Fried Plantain and Mango Salad with Fresh Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups peanut oil; 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced very thin on a mandoline or by hand; 12 whole squid, skinned and cleaned; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced; 4 cups arugula leaves; Fresh Mint and Smoked Chile Vinaigrette; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 12 fresh mint leaves, cut into chiffonade

Servings: persons

1
Light a grill.
2
Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over high heat to 375.
3
Fry the plantain slices in batches until crisp.
4
Drain on paper towels and reserve.
5
Brush the squid with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, season with salt and pepper and grill for 3 minutes on each side.
6
Alternatively, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over moderately-high heat until smoking, then saute the squid until golden on all sides.
7
Remove from pan and cut in half or into 2 inch pieces.
8
In a large bowl, toss the squid with the mangoes, arugula and the vinaigrette.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Heap the salad onto a large platter and garnish with the fried plantains, diced bell pepper and mint leaves.

851

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups peanut oil, 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced very thin on a mandoline or by hand, 12 whole squid, skinned and cleaned, 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Squid, Fried Plantain and Mango Salad with Fresh Mint 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.

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Squid, Fried Plantain and Mango Salad with Fresh Mint

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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