Spicy and Sweet Gochujang Stir-fried Dried Shredded Squid
How to Make Gochujang Stir-fried Dried Shredded Squid: A Soft and Delicious Recipe
This is my partner’s absolute favorite banchan (side dish)! I’ve made stir-fried dried shredded squid with a gochujang sauce. It’s wonderfully soft and flavorful, perfect for a banchan.
Main Ingredients- 153g Dried Shredded Squid (Jinmichae)
- 1.5 Tbsp Mayonnaise
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a large bowl, place the dried shredded squid (Jinimchae). Use scissors to cut it into bite-sized pieces, about 5cm long. This helps the sauce coat evenly and makes it easier to eat.
Step 2
Add 1.5 Tbsp of mayonnaise to the dried squid. This is the secret ingredient to making the jinmichae tender and moist! Mayonnaise adds a rich, nutty flavor and prevents the squid from becoming tough, making it much more enjoyable.
Step 3
Put on disposable gloves and gently mix the mayonnaise with the dried shredded squid. Massage it in so that each strand is coated with mayonnaise. This ensures a soft texture.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the delicious gochujang sauce! Combine 1.5 Tbsp sugar, 4 Tbsp oligodang, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1 Tbsp water, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 2 Tbsp gochujang, and finally 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil in a separate bowl. Mix them well. Using plenty of oligodang will give the dish a beautiful shine and enhance its sweetness.
Step 5
Before adding the squid to the sauce, pour the sauce ingredients into a pan over medium-low heat. Stir with a spoon in a circular motion. This helps to dissolve any clumps and creates a smooth, flavorful base for the stir-fry.
Step 6
Once the sauce begins to bubble, give it another quick stir, then immediately turn off the heat. Be careful not to overcook the sauce, as it can burn easily.
Step 7
With the heat off, add all the mayonnaise-coated dried shredded squid to the pan.
Step 8
Using a spoon or spatula, gently toss the squid in the red gochujang sauce until it’s evenly coated. The residual heat will help the sauce adhere beautifully to the squid.
Step 9
Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds over the top and mix once more. Your soft, spicy, and sweet gochujang stir-fried dried shredded squid is ready! It’s a perfect side dish for rice or a delicious snack.
