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Za’atar & Sumac Grilled Giant Squid Platter

A recipe from Israel.

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Za’atar & Sumac Grilled Giant Squid Platter

Nutrition (per serving)

380Calories
68 gProtein
18 gCarbs
16 gFat
4 gSugar
1400 mgSalt

Ingredients

  • 15–20 kg Whole cleaned squid (large tubes + tentacles)
  • 5 liters Olive oil
  • 3 liters Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 kg Za’atar
  • 1.5 kg Sumac
  • 2 kg (minced) Garlic
  • 1.5 kg Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method

  1. Cut squid tubes into thick rings → keep tentacles whole.
  2. Marinate in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, za’atar, sumac, salt & pepper 2–4 hours.
  3. Preheat multiple large grills to high.
  4. Grill squid in batches 2–3 min per side until charred outside, tender inside (do not overcook).
  5. Pile on enormous platters → drizzle with marinade & extra olive oil.
  6. Serve with tahini drizzle, schug, amba, fattoush, and warm pita.

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