Squid Spicy Masala

This curry is loaded with flavour, easy to make and can be used as a side dish with anything, from chappathis and appam to rice and noodles. The taste is more authentic when prepared with Coconut oil as it has a distinctive aroma of its own which it passes on to the ingredients. Enjoy.

Ingredients

1/2 pound squid bodies, finely sliced
1 1/2 tablespoon Coconut oil
1/2 cup finely diced onion (about 1 small)
1/2 cup finely diced tomato (about 1 medium)
2  chilies, finely minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 teaspoons grated garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
1/2 teaspoon powdered turmeric
1 tablespoon toasted and ground coriander seeds
2 teaspoons powdered red chilli
Salt

Directions

Heat oil over medium heat in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet until shimmering. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, until they have broken down, about 2 minutes. Add chilies and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. In quick succession add the turmeric, coriander, and red chili. Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. If spices stick to the bottom, add a few drops of water to prevent burning.  Add the sliced squid, stir until mixed and allow to cook until just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve hot.

Squid Roast( Kanava/ Koonthal/ Calamari)

Of all the squid recipes that ive tried in my kitchen, a squid roast is the tastiest. The blending of masalas on the Squid rings tickles your tongue to absolute perfection and happiness. It is sure to bring a satisfied smile from all who try it out. So this is one way to flatter your family. Enjoy.

Ingredients

Squid-cleaned and cut into rings- 500 gms
Onion-1 small chopped
Curry leaves- 2 sprigs
Tomato chopped- 1 small
Kashmiri chili powder- 1 to 1.5  tsp( or to taste)
Turmeric powder-1/4 tsp
Coriander powder- 1 tsp
Black pepper powder-1/2 tsp
Garam masala powder-1/4 tsp
Fennel powder-1/4 tsp
Salt to taste
Capsicum-1small
Oil- as required

For masala paste

Shallots- 12 to 15 nos
Green chilies- 1 or 2 nos ( according to taste)
Ginger- 1 piece
Garlic- 2 large cloves

Method

Combine all the ingredients listed under 'For masala paste' and grind to form a coarse paste.
Heat oil in a pan and add the curry leaves. Now add onion and capsicum.Saute well untill onion turns golden brown. Now add the masala paste. Next add tomato, cook until it turns mushy.
Reduce the flame to low and add chili powder,turmeric powder and coriander powder.Saute for about 2 minutes.
Add squid and salt to taste ,mix well.Cook until it is almost done.
Add garam masala and fennel powder.Cook for few more minutes or until the masala coats the squid rings.Add more curry leaves, if desired.

Squid Fry

A squid recipe that is simple, quick and very easy. Here i tried out a technique by which i get a visual appeal to my squid fry. I inserted one  knife inside the cleaned squids and made slits on each side. Otherwise the knife can easily cut through the other side too. This way it can be well marinated before frying. It tastes best when it is hot and straight from the Oil. Serve with Rice.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

1. Squid (kanava, koonthal, calamari) -  Cleaned- 2 small

2. Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp

    Kashmiri chilly powder – 1 tsp

    Coarsely ground pepper – 1/2 tsp

    Ginger – garlic paste – 1.5 tsp

    Curry leaves – 2 sprigs, torn

    Lemon juice – 1.5 tsp

    Fennel seeds – 1/2 tsp, crushed in a mortar and pestle

    Salt – To taste

3. Coconut oil – 2 – 3 tbsp

Method

1. Marinate squid pieces with all the ingredients numbered 2. Set aside for 15 minutes.

2. Heat oil at medium-high heat. Add the marinated  squids and fry until brown on both sides, about 4 minutes on each side. Serve this yummy squid fry with rice or appam.