​Spicy Squid Masala / Kanavaai Gravy Recipe | கணவாய் கிரேவி | Ilan’s Amma Kitchen #SquidMasala

Welcome back to Ilan's Amma Kitchen! Today, we are sharing a flavorful and spicy Squid Masala / Kanavaai Gravy recipe. Squid can easily turn rubbery if overcooked, so in this video, we show you the exact timing and method to keep it tender, juicy, and packed with flavor! Serve this delicious seafood gravy hot with steamed rice, chapati, parotta, or idli/dosa. 🛒 Ingredients Required: For Marination: Squid (கணவாய்) – Cleaned & washed Turmeric powder (மஞ்சள் தூள்) – A pinch Red chilli powder (மிளகாய் தூள்) – 1 tsp Salt (உப்பு) – ¼ tsp For the Gravy Base: Cooking Oil Onions (பெரிய வெங்காயம்) – 2 (finely chopped) Green chillies (பச்சை மிளகாய்) – 3 Ginger-garlic paste (இஞ்சி பூண்டு பேஸ்ட்) Curry leaves (கருவேப்பிலை) – A few Tomatoes (தக்காளி) – 2 (finely chopped) Fresh coriander leaves (கொத்தமல்லி தழை) Spice Powders & Seasoning: Turmeric powder (மஞ்சள் தூள்) – A pinch Red chilli powder (மிளகாய் தூள்) – ¼ tsp Coriander powder (மல்லி தூள்) – 1 tsp Garam masala (கரம் மசாலா) – To taste Black pepper powder (மிளகு தூள்) – Optional / to taste Lemon juice (எலுமிச்சை சாறு) – A few drops Water – As needed ⏱️ Quick Cooking Steps: Marinate: Mix cleaned squid with turmeric, chilli powder, and salt. Rest for 30 minutes. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil, fry chopped onions until golden brown. Add green chillies, curry leaves, and ginger-garlic paste. Tomato Base: Add chopped tomatoes and cook down until completely soft and mashed. Add Spices: Mix in turmeric, chilli powder, and coriander powder; sauté until well coated. Cook Squid: Add marinated squid and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add water, garam masala, pepper powder, and lemon juice. Cover and simmer for 5–10 minutes (avoid overcooking to prevent a rubbery texture). ✨ Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more authentic home recipes! Leave a comment below and let us know how your Kanavaai Gravy turned out! #SquidGravy #KanavaaiGravy #SquidMasala #illansammakitchen#SeafoodRecipes #TamilCooking #NonVegRecipes