Spicy Grilled Squid

Spicy Grilled Squid is a delightful low-carb dish that combines tender squid with a bold, spicy marinade, perfect for a summer BBQ. This dish brings a taste of Chinese street food to your table, offering a satisfying and healthy seafood option.

Ingredients

• Squid - 400 grams, cleaned and cut into rings
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lime - 1, for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, red chili flakes, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
2. Add the cleaned squid rings to the marinade and toss to coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated squid onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand).
5. Grill the squid skewers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are opaque and slightly charred.
6. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 26 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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