Grilled Calamari Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Grilled & Charred Calamari Served with Smoked Paprika and Garlic Aioli

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Ingredients

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1
Make the Garlic Aioli
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning with black pepper and more salt if necessary. Set aside in the refrigerator.
2
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, toss the calamari rings with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3
Grill the Calamari
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the seasoned calamari on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are charred and cooked through.
4
Serve
Remove the calamari from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Serve immediately with the garlic aioli on the side and garnish with chopped parsley.