Squid with Garlic and Chilies
1½ pounds small squid
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 red chilies, seeded and finely chopped
Salt and pepper
3-4 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 lemon, cut in wedges, to accompany
Clean and prepare the squid. Cut the body pouches in rings.

Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Put in the garlic and chilies and the squid. Season with salt and pepper and sauté briefly, turning over the pieces, for 2-3 minutes only.

Sprinkle with cilantro and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Serves 4.


From "The New Book of Middle Eastern Food" by Claudia Roden



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