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Squid Ghee Roast

Squid Ghee Roast

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Squid Ghee Roast is a regal and robust Mangalorean seafood masterpiece celebrated for its intense spice blend and rich, buttery finish. This recipe features fresh squid rings slow-cooked in a shimmering professional-grade sauce made of roasted chilies, tamarind, and a generous amount of pure ghee. Known for its sophisticated flavor and status as a legendary gourmet dish in coastal Karnataka, it represents the soulful heart of heritage Dravidian non-vegetarian culinary arts. The taste is intensely savory and smoky, with the ghee providing a unique professional-grade velvety mouthfeel. This dish is a mandatory staple for grand celebrations and special celebratory menus. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade cauldron with Neer Dosa.

Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings2 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

500g Squid, cleaned and rings cut
1/4 cup Ghee
10 Dry Red Chilies (Byadgi)
1 tbsp Coriander seeds
1 tsp Cumin seeds
1 tbsp Tamarind paste
4 cloves Garlic
Salt to taste
Handful of Curry leaves
1 tsp Jaggery
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh squid is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade tender and succulent results.
  • Ensuring the spices are ground with very little water provides the absolute secret to achieving a professional-grade thick glaze.
  • The addition of jaggery provide the essential professional-grade balance to the intense chili and tamarind notes.
  • Always use pure Desi Ghee specifically for roasting to ensure the signature professional-grade traditional flavor.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 plate (150g))

Calories

310 kcal

Protein

24g

Fat

22g

Carbs

6g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.