Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Baby Squids
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this irresistible recipe for Mediterranean Diet Crispy Fried Baby Squids. Perfectly golden and crunchy, these tender squids are coated in whole wheat flour seasoned with aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, then fried to perfection in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil. Topped with fresh parsley and a hint of garlic, and served alongside tangy lemon wedges, every bite bursts with vibrant, coastal-inspired flair. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish makes an elegant appetizer or main course that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Bring a touch of Mediterranean magic to your table with this crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby squids
- 100 grams whole wheat flour
- 100 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 whole garlic clove
Instructions
Clean the baby squids by removing the heads, innards, and cartilage. Rinse thoroughly under cold water, then pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Mix well.
Coat each squid with the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-covered on all sides. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the squids in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the squids for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried squids from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Finely chop the garlic clove and fresh parsley. Mix them together in a small bowl.
Sprinkle the chopped garlic and parsley mixture over the fried squids.
Slice the lemon into wedges and serve alongside the crispy fried squids for an added burst of fresh flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1165 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 2592 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 92.5 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1818 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
