Whole Baby Squid 454gram

£6.95

Wild-caught American baby squid — sustainably caught, quickly frozen, perfect for sushi, sashimi and tempura. 454g pack — an affordable premium ingredient for chefs and home cooks.

  • Pack: 454g
  • Form: whole baby squid, raw
  • Catch: wild, sustainably caught off the American coast
  • Use: sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled
  • Delivery: UK-wide, kept frozen in transit

Availilability: In Stock

A 454g pack of wild-caught baby squid — sustainably caught off the American coast and quickly frozen at sea. Baby squid are the most tender squid you can cook with: cooking-time is measured in seconds rather than minutes, and they take confidently to a wide range of cuisines from Italian to Japanese. An affordable premium ingredient for restaurants and home cooks alike.

Pack details

  • Net weight: 454g
  • Form: whole baby squid, raw, frozen at sea
  • Catch: wild, sustainable, American coast
  • Storage: keep at −18°C; defrost in the fridge before cooking

How to cook baby squid

  • Calamaretti alla piastra: grill on a smoking-hot griddle for 60–90 seconds per side; finish with salmoriglio.
  • Tempura: dip in cold tempura batter, deep-fry at 180°C for 90 seconds.
  • Pan-sear: hot pan with olive oil, garlic and chilli, 60 seconds per side.
  • Sushi / sashimi: slice raw, serve with soy and wasabi.
  • Stuffed and braised: stuff with breadcrumbs, herbs and cheese; braise in tomato sauce.

Pair with a chilled Vermentino, Albariño or English sparkling.

Sourcing and delivery

Wild-caught baby squid from the American coast, sustainably fished. Dispatched frozen from our UK warehouse in insulated packaging.