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CarnivoreZesty Seared Squid with Fresh Herbs
Quick-seared squid tubes and tentacles tossed with a bright lemon-herb dressing, perfect for a light yet satisfying keto meal any time of day.
0g
net carbs
20g
protein
21g
fat
293
kcal
The keto read
0g net carbs per serving
Quick-seared squid tubes and tentacles tossed with a bright lemon-herb dressing, perfect for a light yet satisfying keto meal any time of day.
Ingredients
4 servings
Squid (tubes and tentacles, cleaned)600 g
Lard or Tallow6 tbsp
Fresh Lemon Juice2 tbsp
Fresh Parsley (finely chopped)0.25 cup
Sea Salt1 tsp
Black Pepper (freshly ground)0.5 tsp
Method
1
Pat the cleaned squid tubes and tentacles very dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a good sear.
2
Season the squid generously with sea salt and black pepper.
3
Heat 3 tablespoons of lard or tallow in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until shimmering and almost smoking.
4
Add the squid to the hot skillet in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to work in batches. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side, until opaque and slightly golden. Do not overcook, or the squid will become tough.
5
Remove the seared squid to a serving platter.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons of lard or tallow (melted, if solid), fresh lemon juice, and finely chopped parsley.
7
Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing over the seared squid. Serve immediately.
The keto read
Why this lands at 0g net carbs
Built almost entirely from animal foods — no sugar, starch, or high-carb plants — so the carb count stays effectively at zero. With 20g protein and 21g fat per serving, it reads as a clean carnivore plate.
Common questions
Is Zesty Seared Squid with Fresh Herbs keto?▾
Zesty Seared Squid with Fresh Herbs has 0g net carbs per serving, which fits comfortably in a keto day.
What are the macros for Zesty Seared Squid with Fresh Herbs?▾
293 calories, 20g protein, 21g fat, and 0g net carbs per serving.
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