Ingredients:

• 2 lb cleaned calamari tubes
• 8 minced cloves of garlic
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon zest (lemon peel grind)
• 6 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 tbsp oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• Chopped parsley for garnishment
• Lemon wedges

Method:

• Clean and wash the calamari under plenty of running water.
• Using paper towel dry the calamari from excess water.
• Place calamari and tentacles (if any) in a large enough bowl to fit all of them.
• Before placing the calamari tubs into the bowl, score the top layer crosswise about 2 inches apart.
• In another bowl pour the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt and pepper and whisk well to mix all the marinating ingredients.
• Pour the marinating mixture over the calamari and stir them or move them around for the mixture to coat all of them.
• Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes
• Preheat your grill on high and before placing the calamari on it, make sure they are coated with the marinating mixture.
• Cook, turning them once for about 2 minutes or until they are firm.
• It is important not to overcook the calamari because it can get toughened up.
• Remove from the grill, place in a platter and pour some olive oil over them, followed by some fresh squeezed lemon and chopped parsley.
• Garnish with lemon wedges, sliced onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and serve while they are hot.
• Calamari sti Skara (Grilled Squid) is an excellent appetizer or it can be served as a side dish, or as a main dish accompanied with some Skorthalia.