Calamari sti Skara (Grilled Squid)

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~ Ingredients: ~ 2 lb cleaned calamari tubes ~ 8 minced cloves of garlic ~ 1/2 cup olive oil ~ 1 tsp lemon zest (lemon peel grind) ~ 6 tbsp lemon juice ~ 4 tbsp oregano ~ 1 tsp salt ~ 1 tsp pepper ~ Chopped parsley for garnishment ~ Lemon wedges

 

~ Clean and wash the calamari under plenty of running water. ~ Using paper towel dry the calamari from excess water. ~ Place calamari and tentacles (if any) in a large enough bowl to fit all of them. ~ Before placing the calamari tubs into the bowl, score the top layer crosswise about 2 inches apart. ~ In another bowl pour the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt and pepper and whisk well to mix all the marinating ingredients. Pour the marinating mixture over the calamari and stir them or move them around for the mixture to coat all of them. ~ Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes ~ Preheat your grill on high and before placing the calamari on it, make sure they are coated with the marinating mixture. ~ Cook, turning them once for about 2 minutes or until they are firm. ~ It is important not to overcook the calamari because it can get toughened up. ~ Remove from the grill, place in a platter and pour some olive oil over them, followed by some fresh squeezed lemon and chopped parsley. ~ Garnish with lemon wedges, sliced onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and serve while they are hot. ~ Calamari sti Skara (Grilled Squid) is an excellent appetizer or it can be served as a side dish, or as a main dish accompanied with some Skorthalia. ~ Good luck and bon appétit.

NOTE: Using the same marinating ingredients, the calamari can be substituted by shrimp or any other kind of fish or meat.