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Pan-Fried Squid with Onions
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Pan-Fried Squid with Onions

30 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

This recipe won't take much time. Squid with onion is very simple to make. And since this type of seafood doesn't need long cooking, it's quick too. The dish turns out tender, juicy, and flavorful. Fried onion with carrot add sweetness, and garlic adds aroma and a slight kick. Serve the appetizer at the table.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the ingredients for cooking squid.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    If the squid are frozen, thaw them at room temperature. First, clean the squid by removing the slimy membrane. To make this easier, place them in a bowl of warm water. Remove the innards and cartilage.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Peel, wash, and cut the carrots into matchsticks. Place in a frying pan.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Peel a medium onion, wash it, cut into half-rings, and add to the carrots.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Pour sunflower oil into the skillet and sauté the onion and carrots over low heat for 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Cut the squid into thin strips and add to the pan with onion and carrots. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer the squid with onion and carrots, stirring, for 3–4 minutes. If desired, you can add minced garlic at the end.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Step 8

    The pan-fried squid with onion is ready. Sprinkle with chopped herbs and serve.