Squid with Basil and Lime

Sweet basil blends beautifully with the mild, almost nutty flavor of squid. Squid freezes well, so if you don’t have access to fresh squid, the frozen product is fine.

PREP TIME: 25 MINUTES • MARINATE TIME: 1 HOUR
COOK TIME: 5 TO 10 MINUTES
4 SERVINGS

• 2 pounds cleaned squid, bodies cut into ½-inch rings and tentacles halved
• ¼ cup plus 1–2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• juice of 2 limes
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 cup chopped fresh basil

1. Combine the squid, ¼ cup of the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl and mix well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

2. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a wok or heavy skillet. Heat at medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Remove the squid from the marinade, pat dry, and add to the wok (you can cook the squid in two batches, adding more oil if needed). Cook, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes, until the squid is opaque and tender.

3. Garnish with basil and serve immediately.

PER SERVING

carbs: 9.5 grams; Net Carbs: 9 grams;
fiber: 0.5 gram; protein: 35.5 grams; fat: 23.5 grams; calories: 398

PHASES 2–4