Spicy Calamari with Bacon and Scallions
Unleash a bold wave of flavor with this Spicy Calamari with Bacon and Scallions recipe, a showstopper seafood dish that’s perfect for any occasion! Tender calamari rings are quickly sautéed to perfection and paired with crispy, smoky bacon for a mouthwatering depth of flavor. Infused with the zing of garlic, a hint of heat from red chili flakes, and the umami-rich notes of soy sauce, this dish is elevated even further with a fresh burst of scallions and a tangy splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick yet gourmet option for dinner parties or weeknight meals. Garnished with parsley for a vibrant finish, this easy calamari recipe is a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and fresh—ideal for seafood lovers craving something extraordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Calamari (cleaned and cut into rings)
- 100 grams Bacon (diced)
- 4 pieces Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the calamari rings with paper towels. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the diced bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon becomes golden and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet using a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
Add the olive oil to the skillet with the bacon fat, then add the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the calamari rings to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the calamari just turns opaque and tender.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the soy sauce and lemon juice. Let it cook for an additional 1 minute to allow the flavors to combine.
Add the crispy bacon and sliced scallions to the skillet and toss everything together. Remove from heat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer the calamari mixture to a serving dish.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley as a garnish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.0 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1275 mg | 425% | |
| Sodium | 5590 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 142.0 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2381 mg | 51% | |
*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.
