Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 pound

squid

cleaned

1 pound

sea scallops

small

1 pound

shrimp

shelled

0.75 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

0.75 cup

flat-leafed parsley

coarsely chopped

0.5 cup

fresh chives

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh rosemary leaves

chopped

0.5 tsp

table salt

2 unit

lemons

thinly sliced

1 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

to taste

1 pinch

coarse sea salt

to taste

Step 1
~9 min

Remove flaps from squid sacs if attached, reserving them, and cut sacs crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rings.

Step 2
~9 min

Cut reserved flaps into 1/4-inch-thick strips and halve tentacles lengthwise if large.

Step 3
~9 min

Remove tough muscle from side of each scallop if necessary.

Step 4
~9 min

Have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water.

Step 5
~9 min

In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook shrimp 1 minute, or until pink and just cooked through, and transfer with a slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking.

Step 6
~9 min

Add scallops to boiling water and cook at a bare simmer 2 minutes, or until just cooked through.

Step 7
~9 min

Transfer scallops with slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking.

Step 8
~9 min

Add squid to boiling water and cook 20 to 30 seconds, or until just opaque.

Step 9
~9 min

Drain squid in a colander and transfer to ice water to stop cooking.

Step 10
~9 min

Drain seafood well in colander and transfer to a bowl.

Step 11
~9 min

Chill seafood, covered, until cold, at least 2 hours, and up to 1 day.

Step 12
~9 min

In a blender blend together herbed oil ingredients on high speed 1 minute.

Step 13
~9 min

Pour oil through a fine sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on solids, and discard solids.

Step 14
~9 min

Herbed oil may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.

Step 15
~9 min

One hour before serving, toss seafood with lemon slices and lemon juice.

Step 16
~9 min

Divide seafood among 12 bowls and drizzle with herbed oil.

Step 17
~9 min

Sprinkle salads with sea salt and serve additional sea salt on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate seafood longer for enhanced flavor.

Use high-quality olive oil for the best taste.

Serve with crusty bread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Herbed oil and chilled seafood can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light lunch.

Accompany with a crisp white wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Lemon wedges

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Commonly served during summer months.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Coastal celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Lunch
Dinner
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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