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Calamari rings or strips bear so little resemblance to the squid from which they came that it is hard to know where to begin when confronted with a fresh squid. If done correctly, however, squid cleaning can be simple, quick, and minimally messy.
Steps
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Lay squid on a sheet of newspaper. You will see the head, where the eyes and tentacles are, is distinctly separate from the body, or mantle.
Put on rubber or latex gloves. These are not necessary for safely handling squid, but will keep squid residue from getting on your hands and imparting a "fishy" smell.Advertisement
Grasp the squid's head right behind the eyes where it joins the mantle. Pull gently and steadily forward, keeping a firm grasp on the head. The internal organs should slide out.[1]- Reach into the mantle, which now resembles an empty sack. Feel for a hard, fingernail like sheathing; grab this and pull it out.[2]
Gently scrape the outer surface of the mantle with a sharp knife. The speckles on the squid should peel off in a cellophane-like sheet, leaving behind slick white meat.[3]- Cut the mantle into rings by slicing vertical to the line of the squid's back. Set aside.[4]
- Fold the newspaper around the unwanted squid parts, and dispose.
Community Q&A
- QuestionIs it okay to eat squid?
QamarTop AnswererYes, squid is edible, as long as it is prepared properly and cooked well. - QuestionHow long should I poach squid?
Community AnswerNorth Beach Restaurant in San Francisco makes great marinated calamari. They told me to boil it 3 minutes, then remove and cool it under running water. I think you should bring the water to a boil BEFORE you drop the squid into the hot water. Otherwise, it will be in hot water too long and become tough. - QuestionCan I eat the head of the squid?
Community AnswerYou can eat the head, but you cannot eat the beak.
Tips
- The squid's ink is contained in a silvery sac (about .5 cm long). This can be punctured, releasing the ink, which is used to flavor some dishes.[5]Thanks
Warnings
- Like all seafood, squid must be either cooked or refrigerated promptly to reduce disease risk.Thanks
Things You'll Need
- Squid
- Sharp knife
- Rubber Gloves
- Newspaper
- A plate or Tupperware container
References
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUIHg-RNR28
- ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/videos/techniques/how-prepare-squid
- ↑ https://www.saveur.com/article/techniques/how-to-clean-calamari/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQciYO8Jvqs
- ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-buy-clean-cook-squid-calamari-tips-recipes-article
- https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/squidwithmintchillic_90292
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