Ika no Sumi Yaki

Ika no Sumi Yaki is a deliciously smoky and char-grilled squid dish that captures the essence of Japanese street food. Marinated in a savory-sweet soy sauce, this dairy-free seafood delight is perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

• Squid (cleaned and whole) - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Mirin - 2 tablespoons
• Sake - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (chopped) - for garnish
• Lemon wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
2. Add the cleaned squid to the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the squid from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the squid is opaque and slightly charred.
5. Once cooked, remove the squid from the grill and let it rest for a minute before slicing into rings.
6. Serve the grilled squid garnished with chopped green onions and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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