Ingredients

  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 6 to 8 squid, cleaned, rinsed and wiped dry
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3 tbs sherry vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tbs minced parsley
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika, optional
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • Equipment: Cast iron griddle or grill pan

Method

  • 1. Roast the red pepper over a gas flame or in a broiler until charred all over. Transfer to a brown paper bag or a bowl covered with plastic wrap. Allow to steam until cool enough to handle. Peel off the skin, remove the seeds and ribs, and cut into strips. Reserve.
  • 2. Prepare the vinaigrette by combining the mustard and sherry vinegar. Whisk in the olive oil, and add the minced parsley and paprika. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reserve.
  • 3. Heat the cast iron griddle until very hot. Brush the griddle lightly with canola oil. Grill the squid 1 to 2 minutes on each side. The squid will be snowy white and just firm to the touch when done.
  • 4. Dress the arugula with some of the vinaigrette, and arrange on a serving plate. Toss the onion and squid in the remaining vinaigrette, and arrange on top of the arugula. Top with the pepper strips and hazelnuts. Serve immediately!