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Fast Facts
- Squid have eight arms and two tentacles
- Classified as "Cephalopods"
- Though some giant squid have been discovered, most are less than two feet long
- Common ingredient in sushi
- In Korea, dried squid is served as an appetizer with nuts or alcohol
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Calamari in Western Cooking
Calamari has been heavily popularized in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in Italy. The squid is most often fried quickly, simmered with tomatoes, onions or other vegetables. The squid is typically removed from the heat quickly to keep the meat tender. -
Calamari in Eastern Cooking
Calamari is most often served raw in Korean dining rooms, though it can be cooked quickly in Korean Barbecue. The squid is typically served whole and cut up into smaller pieces for the table. The tentacles are eaten along with the body.In mainland Asia, calamari is frequently grilled and served by street vendors.
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No one ever says "I am going to have Fried Squid"! RT @OneEyedJuliet: In spanish squid and calamari are called the same thing...CALAMARES!
@growlf | November 09, 2009 09:07 PM -
Hade a great lunch at Mercatto on Toronto Street-the grilled calamari with chick peas was simply delicious.
@LeeAnnecooks | November 09, 2009 08:59 PM -
Funny how they gave it a different name so you don't have to say you are eating squid. RT @OneEyedJuliet: Ok, going to fix my calamari!!
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