Spicy Garlic Calamari: Quick and Zesty Seafood Recipe
Tender calamari sautéed with spicy garlic and chili flakes, finished with fresh lemon juice and parsley. A flavorful seafood dish ready in minutes!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
For the Calamari
- 1 lb calamari rings fresh or thawed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- ½ lemon juiced
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
For Serving (Optional)
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
- 4 cups mixed greens or cooked pasta to serve alongside
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add calamari rings, spreading evenly in one layer.
- Sauté calamari for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove skillet from heat, immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over calamari, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over calamari, and serve immediately with lemon wedges, over mixed greens or cooked pasta.
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Notes
Avoid overcooking calamari to keep it tender—cook only until lightly golden and firm. Fresh calamari yields the best texture.
