Crispy Squid Rice Bowl: ‘Ogatsu-don’ Recipe
Squid and Rice Harmony! Enjoy a Special Meal with ‘Ogatsu-don’
Introducing ‘Ogatsu-don’, a delicious rice bowl featuring crispy fried squid! You can create a wonderful meal with simple ingredients. The combination of flavorful fried squid and savory fried rice is appetizing and also a healthy option. Make your dining table more abundant with the ‘Ogatsu-don’ recipe brought to you by ‘Mangae Recipes’, your source for all recipes in the world!
Main Ingredients- 1 squid (cleaned)
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 5 Tbsp breadcrumbs
- 3 eggs
- 200g cooking oil (generous amount)
- 300g cooked rice (warm)
- 6-7 cloves whole garlic
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Sauce Ingredients- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 4 Tbsp mirin (or cooking sake)
- 1 Tbsp water
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 4 Tbsp mirin (or cooking sake)
- 1 Tbsp water
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 onion (thinly sliced)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thinly slice the onion for the sauce and peel the whole garlic cloves, then slice them thinly. Preparing the ingredients in advance will make cooking much smoother.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious soy sauce! In a pot, combine soy sauce, mirin, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then add the thinly sliced onion and cook briefly until softened. The onion will release its sweetness, enhancing the flavor. Finally, drizzle in the sesame oil to complete the flavorful soy sauce!
Step 3
Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk them gently with a fork or whisk until smooth to create the egg wash. This will be used for coating the squid, so ensure it’s well beaten.
Step 4
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a wide pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic and fry it slowly until golden brown. The oil will absorb the aromatic flavor of the garlic, greatly improving the taste of the fried rice.
Step 5
Once the garlic is golden brown, push it to one side of the pan. Pour in the beaten egg and scramble it. When the egg is partially cooked, add the warm rice and gently mix it with the egg and garlic using a spatula. Stir-fry until the rice grains are separated and fluffy.
Step 6
Season the fried rice with a pinch of salt and pepper. This enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients, creating a subtle and delicious taste.
Step 7
Clean the squid thoroughly, then cut it in half lengthwise. Using a knife, score the inner side of the squid in a diamond pattern. This will make it look more appealing when cooked and improve its texture.
Step 8
Coat the scored squid first with flour, then dip it evenly in the beaten egg wash, and finally coat it thoroughly with breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs firmly to ensure they adhere well during frying.
Step 9
Now it’s time to fry the squid! Carefully place the coated squid into oil heated to 170-180°C (340-350°F). Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the fried squid and drain on paper towels. Once drained, cut into bite-sized pieces.
Step 10
Arrange the garlic fried rice in a bowl. Top with the crispy fried squid (‘Ogatsu’), cut into bite-sized pieces. Finally, drizzle the prepared sweet and savory soy sauce over the squid and rice to complete your ‘Ogatsu-don’! Enjoy your delicious meal!
