Ingredients

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 pound medium shrimpshelled, deveined and cut into 1/2 -inch dice
  • 3/4 pound cleaned small squid, bodies cut into 1/4 -inch rings, tentacles halved
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 serrano or jalapeno chile, seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped mint
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Method

  • In a small bowl, combine the garlic, salt, coriander, cardamom and paprika.
  • Put the shrimp and squid in separate bowls and sprinkle them with the seasoning mixture.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to each bowl and toss to coat.
  • Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil in a large heavy skillet.
  • Add the onion and chile and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the onion and chile to a large bowl.
  • Add the lemon juice, mint and lemon zest.
  • Reheat the oil in the skillet.
  • Add the shrimp and stir-fry over high heat until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp to the onion mixture.
  • Add the squid to the hot oil and stir-fry until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes; add to the shrimp and onion mixture and toss well.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.