Directions

To Cook

1. Clean the squid, score the inside in a criss-cross pattern and cut into bite size pieces. Boil in water with a little vinegar added (this enhances the whiteness) until tender – approx. 30 secs.
2. Pound the chilli and the garlic in a mortar and stir in the fish sauce and lime juice. Pour this mixture over the squid.
3. Add the sliced lemon grass, spring onions, celery, mint and coriander leaves and mix lightly.
4. Line a serving dish with the lettuce leaves and spoon the salad on top. Garnish this Calamari salad with extra chillies.