Simple Barbecued Calamari
15 minutes
The trick with calamari is not to overcook it or it becomes rubbery. It really only needs a minute on each side to be tender.
12 people made this
Ingredients
Serves: 3
- 750g calamari
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red chilli
- 1 clove garlic, sliced
- zest and juice of 1 lemon
- extra virgin olive oil
Directions
Preparation:10min ›
Cook:5min ›
Ready in:15min
- Clean calamari, score the skin if desired and cut into smallish pieces. Place in a bowl and cover with a little olive oil, the chopped chilli, garlic and lemon zest. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook on a hot bbq grill for a minute or two on each side. Do not overcook or it will become rubbery.
- Season with salt and finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.
