Squid Balls with Roasted Garlic Mayonnaise Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. squid, cleaned and chopped
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• Oil for deep frying

Roasted Garlic Mayonnaise:

• 1 head garlic
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Wrap the head of garlic in foil and roast for 30-40 minutes, until tender and lightly browned. Remove from oven and let it cool.
3. In a bowl, combine squid, bread crumbs, milk, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
4. Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each.
5. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
6. Fry the squid balls until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Repeat with the remaining squid balls.
7. For the roasted garlic mayonnaise, peel the roasted garlic cloves and mash with a fork until smooth. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
8. Serve the squid balls warm with the roasted garlic mayonnaise on the side.

Verdict:

These squid balls are packed with flavor and are perfect as an appetizer or snack. The roasted garlic mayonnaise adds an extra depth of flavor and complements the squid balls perfectly. These are perfect to serve at parties or any special occasion.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these squid balls with roasted garlic mayonnaise along with a tossed salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete meal. You can also serve them with some sweet chili sauce or garlic aioli for some extra zing.