Goan Cafreal Stuffed Squids
Tender squids stuffed with hot and tangy Goan cafreal masala. learn how to make this recipe with easy step-by-step instructions and images.
Ingredients
For Prawn Stuffing
- 3-4 tbsp Cafreal Masala
- 1-2 tbsp Cooking oil
- 1 tbsp Chopped Ginger Garlic
- 1 cup Chopped Onion
- 1/4 cup Chopped Tomato
- 1/2 cup Prawns
- Salt to taste
For Squid Marination
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 4-6 Nos. Squid
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp Cafreal Masala
Instructions
- Clean and wash the squid pocket. Marinate with turmeric powder, salt, lemon juice and 1 tbsp of cafreal masala. Keep it aside.
- For the prawn stuffing, heat oil in a pan. Add 1 tsp chopped garlic.
- Add chopped onion, sauté for 1-2 mins till translucent. Add chopped tomato and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the washed prawns, add salt and cook the prawns on a low flame for 2-3 mins. Turn off the flame.
- Fill the stuffing in each squid pocket and seal the ends with toothpicks. To ensure that the stuffing remains in the pockets.
- In a frying pan or the same skillet, add 2 tbsp of oil, and place the stuffed squids.
- Cook on each side for 2 mins.
- Add 2 tbsp cafreal masala along with 1/8th cup water. And cook on high flame for about 2-3 mins.
- The masala has to coat the squids from all sides.
- Serve the stuffed squids. Enjoy!!
Notes
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Do not overstuff squid pockets. Do not overcook the squids, as they can become tough and rubbery. Secure the stuffed squids with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.