Korean-Style Spicy Squid Stir-Fry

Spicy Stir-Fried Squid Recipe

Spicy and flavorful stir-fried squid is a perfect dish for both a hearty meal and a delicious side dish. With the right seasoning, anyone can easily prepare this tasty dish at home. Let’s dive into this authentic and rich-flavored spicy stir-fried squid recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 squid (about 300g)
• 1/2 onion
• 1/3 carrot
• 1 green onion
• 1 chili pepper (optional)
• 1 red chili pepper (for garnish, optional)
• 4 perilla leaves (optional)
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• Some sesame seeds

Seasoning Sauce

• 2 tbsp red pepper powder
• 1 tbsp red pepper paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp oligosaccharide
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• A pinch of black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Squid

• Clean the squid thoroughly and remove the internal organs.
• Score the inner side of the body to help absorb the seasoning and enhance the texture.
• Cut the squid into bite-sized strips, and slice the tentacles into 4-5cm pieces.
• Blanch the squid in boiling water briefly to remove any fishy smell. Adding a pinch of salt while blanching helps enhance the taste.

2. Prepare the Vegetables

• Slice the onion into thin strips and cut the carrot into thin slices.
• Cut the green onion diagonally, and slice the chili peppers if using.
• Rinse the perilla leaves and tear them into bite-sized pieces.

3. Make the Seasoning Sauce

• In a small bowl, mix together red pepper powder, red pepper paste, soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, oligosaccharide, sesame oil, and black pepper.
• Adjust the amount of red pepper powder to control the spiciness.
• Let the sauce sit for about 10 minutes to enhance the flavor.

4. Stir-Fry

• Heat 1 tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the green onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
• Add the squid and stir-fry on high heat for about 1 minute until it starts to cook.
• Pour in the prepared seasoning sauce and mix quickly.
• Once the sauce is well-coated, add the onion, carrot, and chili peppers, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
• Before turning off the heat, drizzle sesame oil and give it a final mix.

5. Plating and Garnishing

• Transfer the stir-fried squid to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• Garnish with sliced red chili pepper for added color.
• Serve with perilla leaves for an enhanced aroma and flavor.

Tips for Enjoying

• Want it spicier? Add more chili pepper or increase the amount of red pepper powder.
• Prefer a sweeter taste? Slightly increase the sugar or oligosaccharide.
• Keep it tender! Avoid overcooking the squid. Stir-fry for just 2-3 minutes to maintain a chewy yet tender texture.
• For a milder taste: Add a splash of cooking wine or mirin to remove any fishy smell and make the squid softer.

This spicy stir-fried squid will make a perfect dish for your next meal. Give it a try and enjoy the deep and rich flavors!

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