Are you confused between fresh squid and calamari? Let us help you. The word calamari comes from the Italian for “squid.” In Pakistan, calamari generally refers to a battered and deep-fried squid appetizer served in restaurants and bars, though some people use it interchangeably with the main ingredient, the fresh squid.
Approx. more than 200 species of squid live in the world’s oceans, but fewer than a dozen make up nearly the entire global market for culinary use. A mollusk related to both the cuttlefish and the octopus, fresh squid may be marketed as calamari in Pakistan as an attempt to make it sound more upscale (and worth a higher price tag), but there’s no actual difference.
Note: All our prices are based on the pre-cutting weight of the seafood. The net weight will be dependent on the type of cleaning you choose.
Introduction
Are you confused between fresh squid and calamari? Let us help you. The word calamari comes from the Italian for “squid.” In Pakistan, calamari generally refers to a battered and deep-fried squid appetizer served in restaurants and bars, though some people use it interchangeably with the main ingredient, the fresh squid.
Approx. more than 200 species of squid live in the world’s oceans, but fewer than a dozen make up nearly the entire global market for culinary use. A mollusk related to both the cuttlefish and the octopus, fresh squid may be marketed as calamari in Pakistan as an attempt to make it sound more upscale (and worth a higher price tag), but there’s no actual difference.
Flavour Profile
The meat is firm and white with a mild, slightly sweet, almost nutty flavor. Small fried squid are often firm and chewy, but they should not be rubbery.
Habitat
They are found on the continental shelf.
Appreance
Fresh squids are pale reddish-brown with numerous brown colored chromatophores scattered all over the dorsal and ventral mantle, head, arms, and fins.
Size
On average, squids are 50 to 150 grams in weight. However other sizes are also occasionally available.
Cooking Preferences
Squids can be used in paella, risotto, soups, and pasta. You can also have lulas, grilled whole kebabs of squid rings with bell peppers, and onions. Fresh squids can also be served deep-fried, then wrapped with mustard or chili sauce in lettuce leaves.
Approx. Cleaning Yields
Your order will be delivered in 1-2 working days.
Notice: Delivery charges is not included in this bill.
