How to Boil Squid Rings
Vera Stetsenko
Squid rings are a tasty and healthy treat. One cup of boiled squid has two grams of fat, four grams of carbs and a whopping 21 grams of protein (holy cow!) but only 134 calories. This recipe only requires five ingredients: squid, water, bay leaves, salt, and fresh limes, and it takes less than ten minutes from start to finish, making it the perfect high-protein snack.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 3 minutes mins
Total Time 8 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine all
Servings 30 grams
Calories 26 kcal
- Squid rings
- Salt
- Water
- Bay leaves
- Fresh lime
Add water to a pot and place it on the stove. Turn the heat to high.
Add 2 tablespoons salt to the water while it boils
Add 2-3 crushed bay leaves to the water
Once the water is boiling, add your squid rings
Stir regularly
Boil squid rings for 2-3 minutes on high heat
Turn off your stove. Using a slotted spoon, remove the rings from the water
Serve with a fresh lime garnish
Keyword boil calmari, boil squid rings