Five-Spice Squid
Five-Spice Squid is a flavorful and aromatic dish, combining tender squid with the bold flavors of Chinese five-spice powder. This keto-friendly seafood dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
250 kcal
Ingredients
- squid - 300 grams, cleaned and cut into rings
- olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
- five-spice powder - 1 teaspoon
- soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
- sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- green onions - 2, chopped
- red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
- lime - 1, juiced
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the squid rings to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they begin to turn opaque.
- Sprinkle the five-spice powder over the squid and stir well to coat evenly.
- Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to combine, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, and stir in the lime juice, chopped green onions, and red chili flakes if using.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Water: 0.15 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle health and weight management.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
Tags
ChineseKetoSeafood Dish