Melbourne Salt & Pepperberry Crispy Calamari Skillet – Authentic Australia Recipe
Coastal Australian bistro classic tossing crisp calamari in aromatic native Tasmanian mountain pepperberry.
- Country of Origin
- 🇦🇺 Australia (Australasia, Oceania)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Tender squid rings, Shaved fennel, Ruby grapefruit segments, Tasmanian mountain pepperberry, Sea salt
Ingredients for Melbourne Salt & Pepperberry Crispy Calamari Skillet (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender squid rings, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups shaved fennel, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup ruby grapefruit segments
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with Tasmanian mountain pepperberry
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Australia seasoning (sea salt, fresh lime)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and Tasmanian mountain pepperberry for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add tender squid rings and shaved fennel along with sea salt, fresh lime, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with ruby grapefruit segments and serve straight from the skillet.