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Crispy Salt and Pepper Squid  Salt and pepper squid is easy to make, perfectly tender and crispy fried squid. Do you like fried squid? I am addicted to crispy salted fried foods and make them once in a while, especially during weekends. Fried calamari or squid is a popular restaurant appetizer. Salt and pepper squid is a deep-fried crunchy aromatic squid. This might look simple, and yes it is! Batter fried squid sprinkled with salt and pepper, aromatic Chinese five spices and tossed with fried garlic and ginger. That's it! it really doesn't get any easier than that! This simple and flavorful fried squid is an addictive snack/ appetizer and is a pure joy to indulge with. Squid is a popular seafood. You can now find it everywhere as a fast food or street food or maybe in a more formal sit-down restaurant menu. Back home in Kerala, my mom cooks squid in so many different ways. For me cooking squid was intimidating, to begin with. Overcooking tends to make the meat tough...

Stuffed Squid Squid is a unique and yummy seafood delicacy that can be prepared in a variety of ways. Squid rings or fried calamari's is the most popular and is a great appetizer. Squid is a staple in many seafood restaurants. It is also a popular street food in several south Asian countries. Squid is enjoyed in the coastal belt of south India especially in Kerala and Tamilnadu. In Kerala squid is known as koonthal or Kanava.  Squid is one of my favorite sea foods-roast squids, deep-fried, stir-fried, or squid curry-I love them all. Squid has a mild flavor and gentle sweetness and marries well to any flavor and taste of your choice. Squid can be stuffed before roasting or frying, its tubular body called mantle is great for stuffing. You can get creative with the stuffing- use prawns, fish, pork, cheese, bread crumbs, olives, rice, or anything of your choice.  Today's recipe is a stuffed squid with spicy prawn filling. The dish is inspired by a similar preparation from th...

Varutharacha Kanava Curry Kanava /Koonthal/ squid is a yummy sea food delicacy and can be prepared in different ways. In Kerala we make roast or curry with kanava/squid. It can be prepared like regular fish curry with kudampuli. This is also a traditional version; varutharacha kanava curry and is made with roasted coconut.The gravy or masala has a distinct aroma and enhances the taste of the curry. Try this you will surely love it. Ingredients Kanava-1 lb (I used 2 medium sized squid) Onion- 1 Tomato-1 Ginger- 1 inch thick Turmeric powder- 1/4 tsp Kudam puli- 2 pieces Pepper powder- 1/2 tsp Salt to taste To roast and grind Coconut-1 cup  Pearl onions-5-6 Fenugreek seeds - a few Dry red chilly- 3 Coriander seeds- 1 tbs mustard seeds- 1/2 tsp Pearl onion sliced-1 curry leaves oil   In a pan add one tbs of oil and add grated coconut, sliced shallots, dry red chilly , coriander seeds and fenugreek seeds. Roast this in medium heat till it turn...

Crispy Calamari/Squid Rings Crispy calamari rings can be served as an appetizer or as a snack. Squid/koontal deep fried and crispy is very appetizing. I usually make the Kerala style spicy roasted squid/koontal. But this one is quick recipe and kids will enjoy eating them.This is breaded calamari, you can also try tempura batter to make them. Ingredients Calamari/squid - 1/2 lb Paprika- 1/2 tsp Garlic paste- 1/2 tsp Salt and pepper to taste Lemon juice- 1/2 tsp finely chopped parsley-1/2 tsp All purpose flour- 2 tsp Egg- 2 Bread crumbs- 1 cup Oil for deep frying Mix calamari/squid with salt,pepper, lemon juice, paprika,garlic paste and chopped parsley. Mix well and set aside for at least 10 minutes. In a bowl beat egg with two tsp of water. In another bowl put the bread crumbs.  Toss calamari with the flour. Take one ring at a time, dip first in egg and then roll in bread crumbs.Layer then flat on a tray and keep in the fridge for 10-20 minutes. Heat...

Kerala Squid/ Kanava Roast Squid is a popular seafood and almost as versatile as shrimp. They make good curries, fries, roasts, and excellent in soups and salad. In Kerala, the spicy squid roast is a popular seafood delicacy. This pan-fried squid is tender and finger-licking good. Fried squid rings are slow-cooked, in a delicious tomato onion gravy with earthy spices. The spicy tomato masala that coats the squid is delicious. It is a perfect accompaniment with rice. For an exotic eating experience, try pairing this squid roast with neypathal, pathiri, appam, or fresh bread. This version is so simple it takes less than half an hour to prep and cooks the squid roast. You got yourself an incredibly delicious dinner recipe. It is an impressive dish, perfect for entertaining. Squid is a staple in many seafood restaurants. It is also a popular street food in several south Asian countries. Squid is abundant in the coastal belt of South India, especially in Kerala and Tamilnadu. In Kerala, s...