Grilled Calamari with Lemon and Chilli
Prep time: 20 minServes: 4
Pairs with
The calamari's mild flavour and the lemon's acidity want a crisp, simple white — Pinot Grigio, Picpoul de Pinet or a cold rosé.
Ingredients
- 800 g calamari (squid), cleaned, bodies cut into rings
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
- 1 red chilli, finely chopped
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Flaky salt and black pepper
- Rocket to serve
Method
- 1Combine olive oil, garlic, chilli and half the lemon juice. Toss the calamari in the marinade.
- 2Grill over maximum heat: 1–2 minutes per side. Do not overcook — calamari turns rubbery.
- 3Place directly on a bed of rocket. Drizzle with remaining lemon juice and olive oil. Season with flaky salt and parsley.