Paleo Stir-Fried Squid with Ginger and Scallions

Elevate your weeknight meals with this Paleo Stir-Fried Squid with Ginger and Scallions—a quick, flavorful dish that fuses vibrant ingredients and wholesome cooking. Tender squid is stir-fried to perfection in a ginger- and garlic-infused avocado oil, then coated in a savory blend of coconut aminos and fish sauce. Crisp scallions and optional red chili slices add color, heat, and texture, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this paleo-friendly recipe is perfect for seafood lovers seeking a healthy and low-carb dinner option. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, for a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams squid, cleaned and cut into rings
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 4 stalks scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional, for heat)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground white pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning the squid thoroughly if not pre-cleaned. Slice the bodies into 1/2-inch rings, and set aside the tentacles if using.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the coconut aminos, fish sauce, and ground white pepper. Set this sauce mixture aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the pan.

Step 4

Once the oil is shimmering, add the ginger slices and garlic. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic burn.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high, and add the squid rings (and tentacles if applicable) to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the squid turns opaque and curls slightly.

Step 6

Add the prepared sauce mixture to the pan, and toss to coat the squid evenly.

Step 7

Add the scallions and optional red chili slices to the pan. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the scallions are just wilted but still vibrant.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with a small pinch of salt, if needed.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and transfer the stir-fried squid to a serving dish.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(706.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	884.7

Total Fat 36.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1164.7mg	0%
Sodium 4200.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 95.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236.3mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 2042.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 43.6%

Carbs: 19.4%