Squid with Ginger-Soy Sauce Marinade

Name: Squid with Ginger-Soy Sauce Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: ½ cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger; 3 tablespoons mirin; 1 pound small squid; cleaned

Tender grilled squid marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, fresh ginger, and mirin. This Japanese-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of umami flavors with a delicate texture.

4 servings

25 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•½ cup soy sauce
•2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
•3 tablespoons mirin
•1 pound small squid
•cleaned

Cooking Instructions

1.
Mix together the soy sauce, ginger, and mirin in a large bowl to make the marinade. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade and set aside. Lay the squid in the remaining liquid, gently turning 4 times to coat all over. Marinate the squid for 10 minutes at room temperature, turning once.
15 min
2.
Preheat a grill to hot. Grill the squid for about 4 minutes (5 minutes if they're larger than 1 ounce apiece). Every 30 seconds flip the squid and brush on the reserved marinade. The squid will turn from translucent to white when they're ready, becoming tender and releasing a rich aroma. Be careful not to overcook; squid turns rubbery if grilled too long. Serve immediately.
10 min