Description
Indulge in the delicious experience of Hot butter calamari, a dish that takes you on a flavorful journey with its tender squid rings enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With just 20 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can serve up impressive flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. The combination of creamy butter, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic ensures each bite is a delight. Elevate your seafood game with this delectable appetizer that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen calamari
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp rich creamy butter
- 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Clean the calamari, remove the head and innards if using whole squid, then slice into rings and pat dry.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Gently toss the calamari rings in the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque and tender.
- Remove from heat, drizzle with lemon juice, season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg