{"product_id":"squid","title":"Squid","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Squid is extremely versatile and used in a range of different cuisines as it lends itself easily to hot and fast cooking methods. In English, it is also referred to as Calamari in some places. The delicious mild sweet taste of the Squid is complemented with a touch of nutty flavour, and can be a perfect midweek replacement for the good old standby chicken.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15167,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":16777215},\"5\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":3355186},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":9}'\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSquid are fascinating creatures. Though they don’t look it, squid are classed as molluscs like snails, clams, and mussels. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are voracious ocean predators that capture their prey by ensnaring it in two long tentacles which they shoot out when a tasty morsel is nearby. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSquid swim backwards, are faster than any other ocean invertebrate, and can change colour to camouflage themselves or signal to a prospective mate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir bright, white flesh also happens to be extremely tasty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSquid is a versatile ingredient that can be fried, chargrilled, or added to paellas and seafood stews.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut it can easily go from soft and delicious to rubbery and unpleasant so take extra care not to overdo it.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBoth the body and tentacles are perfect for coating in a light batter and frying quickly in oil to create classic calamari, which is best enjoyed with a squeeze of lemon and garlic mayo in the sun. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSquid tubes are also delicious when stuffed with intensely flavoured Spanish rice and baked for about 20 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Drink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you ask us, there’s no better way to enjoy a basket of calamari than washed down with a refreshing glass of light, zesty Cava.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll our fresh and frozen fish and seafood arrives at your door vacuum packed. This helps to ensure that it stays fresh and is easy to store in your fridge or freezer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll fresh fish and seafood should be stored in the refrigerator at a temperature of between 1 and 4°C and consumed by the date given on its packaging. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll orders will arrive within 1-2 working days, except for some local deliveries within Sussex which are shipped the same day via our own transport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll deliveries will arrive before 5.30 pm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe offer free delivery to all UK postcodes on orders over £40.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MCB Fish Shop","offers":[{"title":"Squid Whole 500g Not Cleaned","offer_id":56469651980666,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Squid Whole 500g Cleaned","offer_id":56469652013434,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8630\/8228\/files\/Squid-uk-delivery-seafood_d4dd7dd4-6483-476b-b254-ddbc86645ce9.jpg?v=1768229368","url":"https:\/\/mcbfishshop.com\/products\/squid","provider":"MCB Fish Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}