Source: Ahirao, AdobeStockWho said a Lenten menu has to be monotonous? Healthy and nutritious eating is important at all times! Squid is perfect for Lent and allows you to prepare complete main courses without meat. All recipes in our selection are quite simple and are sure to please everyone!
1. Lenten Squid Salad with Cucumber
Source: AdobeStockA fresh and light recipe that can be made daily.
You will need: 500 g squid, 2 cucumbers, 1 purple onion, dill, vegetable oil, lemon juice, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Boil the squid for 1-2 minutes in boiling water, cool, and slice into rings. Cut the cucumbers into julienne strips and the onion into thin slices. Mix everything with chopped dill, dress with vegetable oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
2. Marinated Squid with Onion
Source: AdobeStockAn excellent cold appetizer for a Lenten table.
You will need: 500 g squid, 1 onion, 2 tbsp vinegar, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, bay leaf, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Boil the squid for 1 minute in boiling water and slice into rings. Then mix them with thinly sliced onion, vinegar, oil, salt, and spices, and leave to marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Lenten Squid Patties
Source: AdobeStockA hearty and very successful recipe without eggs or dairy products.
You will need: 500 g squid, 1 onion, 100 g white bread, 80 g breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp semolina, salt, ground black pepper, vegetable oil.
Preparation: Soak the bread in a small amount of water and squeeze lightly. Mince the squid together with the onion and bread in a blender or pass through a meat grinder.
Add semolina, salt, ground black pepper, and mix the mince well, then let it rest for 15 minutes. With wet hands, form patties, roll them in breadcrumbs, and fry on both sides over medium heat until golden brown.
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4. Lenten Stuffed Squid in the Oven
Source: AdobeStockAn impressive dish suitable for both everyday and festive meals.
You will need: 6 squid tubes, 150 g rice, 200 g mushrooms, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 cloves garlic, vegetable oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Boil rice until half-cooked. Mince and sauté the onion, carrot, and mushrooms until soft, add pressed garlic, mix them with rice, season with salt and pepper.
Fill the prepared squid tubes with this stuffing, but not too tightly. Place the tubes in a baking dish. Dilute the tomato paste with a little water, pour over the squid, and bake for about 25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
5. Stewed Squid with Vegetables
Source: AdobeStockA simple hot dish for a family lunch or dinner.
You will need: 600 g squid, 1 bell pepper, 2 tomatoes, 2 carrots, 1 onion, vegetable oil, salt, ground black pepper, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Sauté the minced onion and carrot until soft, add sliced bell pepper and tomatoes. After 5 minutes, add the squid rings to the vegetables and stew everything together for another 3-4 minutes, seasoning to taste. The main thing is not to overcook the dish. If desired, sprinkle with chopped herbs when serving.
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6. Lenten Pilaf with Squid
Source: AdobeStockThe key here is to add the squid at the end so they don't become rubbery.
You will need: 400 g squid, 200 g rice, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, vegetable oil, salt, pilaf spices.
Preparation: Sauté the onion with the carrot, then add the rinsed rice and spices. Pour in water and simmer almost until cooked under a lid. Then add the sliced squid and simmer everything together for a few more minutes.
7. Lenten Pasta with Squid and Tomatoes
Source: AdobeStockA light yet hearty Mediterranean-style recipe.
You will need: 300 g spaghetti, 400 g squid, 3 tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic, 1 handful basil, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Mince and sauté garlic in olive oil, add finely chopped tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes. Add the squid rings to the vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes. Then mix everything with spaghetti and sprinkle the dish with basil.
8. Squid with Mushrooms and Garlic
Source: AdobeStockMinimum ingredients – and a complete main course is ready.
You will need: 500 g squid, 200 g mushrooms, 3 cloves garlic, herbs, vegetable oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Slice and sauté mushrooms until golden, add finely chopped garlic and squid cut into rings. Cook for 2-3 minutes, season with salt and pepper, remove from heat, and sprinkle with herbs.
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9. Squid with Potatoes and Vegetables in a Pan
Source: AdobeStockA great alternative to regular fried potatoes.
You will need: 300 g squid, 5 potatoes, 1 bell pepper, 1 onion, herbs, vegetable oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut potatoes into julienne strips, fry until cooked, and set aside. Separately, sauté thinly sliced onion until golden. Add sliced bell pepper and arbitrarily chopped garlic to it.
Cook for a few more minutes, then add squid strips or rings to the vegetables. Continue to fry for 1 minute, mix everything with potatoes, and cook for another 1 minute until done. Season with salt, spices, and sprinkle with chopped herbs.
10. Fried Squid in Soy Sauce
Source: AdobeStockSprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
You will need: 3 squid tubes, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic, 1.5 tbsp soy sauce, vegetable oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Blanch the squid with boiling water and cut into strips or rings. Slice the onion into thin strips, finely chop the garlic, and sauté them together until golden. Add the squid and cook for another 1 minute, stirring. Then pour in soy sauce, season with salt and spices, and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
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11. Warm Squid and Bean Salad
Source: AdobeStockA nutritious protein salad that can even replace a main course.
You will need: 400 g squid, 200 g canned white beans, 1 bell pepper, herbs, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, spices.
Preparation: Slice the squid into rings and quickly sauté them in a pan. Cut the bell pepper into julienne strips, chop the herbs, and mix everything with canned beans. Season with salt and spices, and dress the salad with olive oil and lemon juice to taste.
12. Lenten Squid in Tomato Sauce
Source: AdobeStockServe them alone or with any side dish.
You will need: 500 g squid, 2 bell peppers, 400 g tomatoes in their own juice, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 chili pepper, parsley, olive oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Heat olive oil and sauté the minced onion until translucent. Add thinly sliced peppers, finely chopped garlic, and chili. Cook for another 3-4 minutes and add the tomatoes with their juice to the vegetables.
Lightly mash and simmer the sauce until slightly thickened – 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and spices, and add the squid rings to the sauce. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, remove from heat, and sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley.