Tentacle

Fish

Tentacle

Squid tentacles are the arms and tentacles—more textured than the tube, excellent grilled, fried, or in stews. They take marinade well and look dramatic on the plate. Grill over high heat for char, or braise until tender. Score thicker parts if needed so heat penetrates evenly.

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Characteristics

Preparations

CookedFreshGrilledPan FriedPoachedPreparedRaw

Traits

Culinary PartDelicateTentacleVersatile

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 133

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 4.87 g
  • Saturated Fat 1.03 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 2.08 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
  • Cholesterol 54.6 mg
  • Sodium 80.8 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 20.7 g
  • Water 72.1 g
Detailed nutrients

Tentacle of Squid: composition reflects this culinary part relative to the whole ingredient.

History

Tentacles were grilled and stewed alongside squid bodies in coastal Mediterranean cookery.

Mixed frozen squid packs included tentacles for stews and fritto misto.

Charred squid tentacles became a restaurant small-plate favourite.

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