Spicy Calamari with Bacon and Scallions

Unleash a bold wave of flavor with this Spicy Calamari with Bacon and Scallions recipe, a showstopper seafood dish that’s perfect for any occasion! Tender calamari rings are quickly sautéed to perfection and paired with crispy, smoky bacon for a mouthwatering depth of flavor. Infused with the zing of garlic, a hint of heat from red chili flakes, and the umami-rich notes of soy sauce, this dish is elevated even further with a fresh burst of scallions and a tangy splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick yet gourmet option for dinner parties or weeknight meals. Garnished with parsley for a vibrant finish, this easy calamari recipe is a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and fresh—ideal for seafood lovers craving something extraordinary.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Calamari (cleaned and cut into rings)
• 100 grams Bacon (diced)
• 4 pieces Scallions (thinly sliced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the calamari rings with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the diced bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon becomes golden and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet using a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 3

Add the olive oil to the skillet with the bacon fat, then add the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the calamari rings to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the calamari just turns opaque and tender.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the soy sauce and lemon juice. Let it cook for an additional 1 minute to allow the flavors to combine.

Step 6

Add the crispy bacon and sliced scallions to the skillet and toss everything together. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer the calamari mixture to a serving dish.

Step 8

Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley as a garnish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(737.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1310.6

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 1274.7mg	0%
Sodium 5590.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.4g
Protein 142.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.4mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 2380.8mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 44.6%

Carbs: 9.5%