"This simple recipe for Salt and Pepper Calamari (also known as salt and pepper squid) is fast and delicious to cook up - plus it's low-fat compared to the usual deep-fried calamari. This dish is superb when grilled on the barbecue, literally taking only minutes to cook. The salt & pepper barbecue rub is equally easy to make - just toss a few dry spices together, and you're done! This calamari recipe makes a great appetizer, or serve as the main course together with rice, a salad, or other side dishes. And if the weather doesn't cooperate, this calamari can also be pan-fried. Enjoy!..."
INGREDIENTS
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SERVES 2 as a main entree, 4 as an appetizer
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1/2 to 3/4 lb. cleaned/prepared calamari tubes, or enough for 2 people, fresh or frozen
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1/2 tsp. ground white pepper (available in most spice aisles)
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1/2 tsp. sea salt or regular salt
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1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
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1/4 to 1/2 tsp. chili flakes, to taste
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1 tsp. garlic powder
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1/2 tsp. onion powder or onion salt
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1 Tbsp. coconut oil (or other vegetable oil)
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1/2 lime, sliced into wedges
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optional: 1 Tbsp. fish sauce, to taste
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optional garnish: 1/4 cup fresh coriander, lightly chopped
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Thai Sweet Chili Sauce for dipping (available at most supermarkets)