Calamari Steaks are frozen, uncooked squid cut into thick, tender steaks, the kind of cut you'd expect to see grilled and plated at a seaside restaurant. Score them in a light crosshatch before cooking to help them tenderise and cook evenly, then pan-sear or grill until just cooked through.
Frozen and uncooked: ready to season and cook your way
A thicker, tender cut: different from rings, great for pan-searing or grilling as a steak
Freezer to pan: defrost and cook in minutes
Thaw in the fridge before cooking. Pat dry, season, and score both sides in a light crosshatch.
Pan Sear / Grill
High heat
2 to 3 minutes per side.
Cook until just opaque and tender. Avoid overcooking, calamari turns rubbery if left on the heat too long.