"The squid salad brings tender rings cooked quickly and cooled in an ice bath, mixed with strips of red bell pepper, red onion, and a citrus dressing of olive oil and lemon. A crispy, protein-rich, and refreshing option."
Squid Salad with Special Sauce
O Que Você Precisa Saber
- The lightning-fast cooking of 2 to 3 minutes in boiling water prevents the squid proteins from hardening and becoming rubbery.
- The immediate thermal shock in cold water stops the residual cooking and fixes the soft texture of the slices.
- The emulsified sauce of olive oil and fresh lemon seasons the vegetables and coats every piece of seafood.
Ingredients
Main Course
500g of cleaned squid
1 pimentão vermelho cortado em tiras
1 cebola roxa fatiada
1/2 cup of chopped parsley
Juice of 2 lemons
3 tablespoons of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Make sure not to cook the squid for too long to avoid them becoming rubbery.
Try adding cubed avocado for a creamy texture.
The sauce can be varied with the addition of mustard or honey.
Para um toque picante, adicione pimenta dedo-de-moça picada.
Combine with green leaves for an even more beautiful presentation.
Instructions
Main Course
1
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
2
Quando a água estiver fervendo, acrescente as lulas e cozinhe por 2-3 minutos até que fiquem macias.
3
Remove the squid from the pan and plunge them into cold water to stop the cooking.
4
In a large bowl, mix the bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
5
Add the cooked squid to the bowl with the vegetables.
6
Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Mix well so that all ingredients are coated in the sauce.
8
Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.
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Chef Tips
- Respect the squid boiling time precisely; going over 3 minutes will leave the meat with a rubbery texture.
- Keep a bowl with water and ice cubes next to the stove to transfer the squid the exact instant you remove it from the pan.
- Let the salad rest for 10 minutes in the refrigerator so the vegetables absorb the balanced acidity of the sauce.
Variations
- Acrescente 1 colher de sobremesa de mostarda dijon e 1 colher de chá de mel ao molho de limão para torná-lo agridoce.
- Incorpore 1 abacate maduro e firme cortado em cubos médios à salada para agregar cremosidade suave.
- Adicione pimenta dedo-de-moça sem sementes fatiada em rodelas finas para um toque picante bem equilibrado.
Substitutions
- Whole squid rings can be replaced with squid tentacles or thin strips of pre-cooked cuttlefish.
- Red bell pepper can be swapped for thinly sliced yellow bell pepper for a luminous presentation.
- Fresh chopped parsley can be replaced by chopped cilantro or torn fresh basil leaves.
How to Store
Store in a well-sealed glass container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Mix gently with a spoon before serving to redistribute the citrus olive oil and lemon sauce that tends to settle at the bottom of the dish.
Can You Freeze It?
Do not freeze the assembled salad with raw vegetables, as they soften and release too much water. If you want to freeze, cook the squid in water for 2 minutes, give it a thermal shock, and freeze them plain in their own bag for up to 45 days.
What to Serve With
Serves very well on a bed of arugula greens, accompanied by thin ciabatta toast or roasted potatoes. Pairs with dry white Sauvignon Blanc wine, brut sparkling wine, or water flavored with mint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does squid get rubbery so easily?
Squid meat has fine collagen fibers that contract sharply with excessive heat beyond 3 minutes.
Can I grill the squid in a skillet instead of cooking it in water?
Yes, sear the rings in a very hot skillet with olive oil for just 1 minute on each side and add to the salad.
How to clean the whole fresh squid to cut into rings?
Pull the head with the tentacles, remove the internal transparent cartilage, wash the tube inside, and slice.
Does the thermal shock in cold water alter the seasoning of the squid?
Does not change; it just cools the meat quickly to stop internal cooking before joining the sauce.
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