Prawn and Chicken Stuffed Calamari Thai Style
Delight your taste buds with this exquisite Prawn and Chicken Stuffed Calamari Thai Style, a dish that brings together the freshest flavors of the sea and land with aromatic Thai spices. Tender squid is generously stuffed with a succulent mixture of prawn and chicken, enhanced by fragrant lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and a hint of red chili for a subtle kick. This dish is seared to golden perfection before being gently steamed, ensuring a juicy, flavorful result. Finished with a zesty touch of lime juice and garnished with fresh cilantro, this culinary masterpiece is perfect for serving alongside steamed jasmine rice. Whether you're hosting a special dinner or exploring bold Asian flavors at home, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Calamari (squid, cleaned)
- 150 grams Prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 150 grams Chicken breast (minced)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 stalk Lemongrass (finely chopped)
- 3 leaves Kaffir lime leaves (finely sliced)
- 1 piece Red chili (finely chopped)
- 1.5 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 50 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the cleaned calamari under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Set them aside along with the tentacles.
Finely chop the prawns and mix them in a bowl with the minced chicken breast.
Crush the garlic into a paste using a mortar and pestle or finely mince it. Add it to the bowl with the prawn and chicken mixture.
Stir in the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, red chili, fish sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch, lime juice, and sugar to the mixture. Use your hands or a spatula to mix until well combined.
Using a small spoon, gently stuff the calamari with the prepared filling until they are about three-quarters full (do not overfill as the filling will expand when cooked). Secure the open end with a toothpick or skewer.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Sear the stuffed calamari in the hot oil for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Add 50 milliliters of water to the skillet or wok, cover it with a lid, and steam the calamari for another 5-6 minutes, turning halfway through, until cooked through.
Remove the stuffed calamari from the pan, discarding the toothpicks or skewers, and transfer them to a serving plate.
Garnish the calamari with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice or a side of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2004 mg | 668% | |
| Sodium | 5192 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 229.5 g | 459% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 3140 mg | 67% | |
*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.
