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Thai Grilled Squid

Irresistible Thai Grilled Squid with Zesty Dipping Sauce

This Thai Grilled Squid marries smokiness with a tangy, savory marinade, offering bold flavors in every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5 pounds Squid scored
  • 1 tablespoon Golden Mountain seasoning sauce provides a unique flavor profile
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce adds depth and umami richness
  • 1 tablespoon Fish sauce for a punch of salty goodness
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar balances the savory elements perfectly
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice brightens the dish with citrus zing
  • 2 tablespoons Water to help combine all the marinade components
For the Garnish and Dipping Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Shallot chopped small
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic chopped small
  • 3 sprigs Cilantro chopped small
  • 1-10 Fresh Thai chilis finely chopped, depending on heat preference

Equipment

  • grill

Method
 

How to Make Thai Grilled Squid
  1. Prepare the squid. Start by cleaning the squid to get rid of innards and the beak. Pat it dry with a paper towel, ensuring it's free of moisture for better grilling. Score the squid lightly with a small knife to help it absorb the marinade.
  2. Marinate the squid. In a large bowl, combine oyster sauce and Golden Mountain seasoning sauce. Add the clean squid, tossing it to coat fully. Allow it to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  3. Make the dipping sauce. Chop the shallots, garlic, cilantro, and Thai chilis into small pieces. Combine all the dipping sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl, adjusting the flavors with extra lime juice, fish sauce, or sugar to your taste.
  4. Preheat and grill the squid. Set up your charcoal grill until the coals are white-hot or adjust your gas grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated squid on the grill, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are lightly charred and cooked through.
  5. Brush on marinating sauce. Using a brush, coat the squid with any leftover marinade as they grill, but be careful not to overcook them.
  6. Serve. Transfer the tender grilled squid to a serving platter. Generously slather it with your zesty dipping sauce, garnishing with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges before serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Thai Grilled Squid in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If you want to freeze it, wrap the squid tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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