Soft and Chewy Dried Shredded Squid Stir-Fry Recipe
Super Easy Dried Shredded Squid Stir-Fry: A Perfect Side Dish!
This Dried Shredded Squid Stir-Fry boasts a wonderfully soft exterior and a satisfyingly chewy texture inside. The sweet and spicy sauce is incredibly appetizing, making it a hit with everyone! Adding peanut butter gives it a richer, more profound flavor. It’s so simple to make, making it an excellent side dish for busy days. (Referenced from Altolan recipe for enhanced deliciousness!)
Essential Ingredients
- 250g dried shredded squid (Jinmi Ojingeochae)
- 4 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 4 Tbsp peanut butter
- 4 Tbsp jo-cheong (rice syrup)
- 4 Tbsp cooking wine (like Mirin)
- 1.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1.5 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1.5 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the dried shredded squid. Place the squid in a zip-top bag. Lightly spray water onto the squid about 5 times using a spray bottle. Close the bag and shake gently. This step helps to rehydrate the squid, ensuring it stays tender and chewy when stir-fried. It’s crucial for preventing the squid from becoming tough.
Step 2
Let’s make the delicious sauce! In a frying pan, combine the peanut butter, rice syrup, gochujang, gochugaru, cooking wine, and minced garlic. Place the pan over medium heat. Stir continuously with a spatula for about 2 minutes, ensuring the sauce is smooth and well-mixed without any lumps.
Step 3
Once the sauce is made, remove it from the heat and let it cool down slightly. Adding the squid to a very hot sauce can cause it to lose moisture and become tough. Waiting until the sauce has cooled to a warm temperature is the secret to achieving a tender texture.
Step 4
We’re almost done! Check if the sauce has cooled down sufficiently, with most of the steam gone and just a gentle warmth remaining. Then, add the rehydrated dried shredded squid, toasted sesame seeds, and fragrant sesame oil to the pan. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined. Your delicious Dried Shredded Squid Stir-Fry is ready!
