Stuffed Squid - more tapas!
September 19th, 2007 by waterlily12 Squid (medium sized ones for finger food, not the palm-sized big ones) Clean the inside and discard head and tentacles. Use paper towel to pat them dry.
Stuffing
Imitation crab meat - about 4 oz, shredded
Shrimps - about 12 shrimps, coarsely chopped
Water chestnut (half can) - coarsely chopped
Mix these ingredients together, add sesame seed oil, salt and pepper to taste.
Stuff the seafood mixture in each squid tube and secure with a cocktail toothpick. Lay all the stuffed squid on a baking sheet.
Mix together 3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs, 1 tsp of chili powder/paprika (optional), and any herb salt (optional). Sprinkle the breadcrumbs and coat the top of the squid generously. Bake at 350F for 30 minutes. Serve warm on platter. Goes well with sweet chili sauce!
September 20th, 2007 at 7:08 am
Ooo…this looks yummy. Hubby loves squid but he’s allergic to prawns. Will need to look for a substitute.
September 20th, 2007 at 1:42 pm
Oh Carin, how about using scallop, clams/mussels, or salmon to sub the shrimps? Actually the recipe I shared was my own creation after seeing something similar in Europe. You can stuff with anything I’m sure they’ll taste great!
This one is easy to make. I also broiled during the last two minutes to give it a more golden brown “crusty” look with the breadcrumbs coating. I also top with some cilantro when served, to add to the fragrance and look. Hee hee!