Soft and Sweet Spicy Stir-fried Dried Shredded Squid (Jinmichae)
The Ultimate Soft and Savory Jinmichae Stir-fry Recipe
Let’s make a delicious side dish of Jinmichae (dried shredded squid) that’s soft, not tough, and has a perfect sweet and spicy flavor! This is my family’s absolute favorite side dish! It’s surprisingly easy, so let’s make it together!
Main Ingredients- 200g Jinmichae (dried shredded squid)
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (red chili paste)
- 1.5 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (red chili paste)
- 1.5 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This is the first step to achieve a tender texture! Briefly soak the Jinmichae in hot water, then immediately drain. Be careful not to soak it for too long, as this can wash away its delicious flavor. Rinse it quickly under running water, drain thoroughly, and then squeeze out any excess moisture with your hands. This process ensures the Jinmichae will be moist and tender when stir-fried.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious sauce! Place a frying pan over low heat and add the gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Gently simmer these ingredients over low heat until they bubble together. Simmering the sauce like this allows the flavors to meld beautifully and deepen.
Step 3
Once the sauce is simmering, add the squeezed Jinmichae. Stir-fry it quickly to ensure the sauce evenly coats every strand. **Important Tip:** Avoid high heat or over-stirring, as this can make the Jinmichae tough or cause it to stick to the pan. It’s best to stir-fry over low to medium-low heat, allowing the sauce to coat the Jinmichae like a glaze. Keep stirring to prevent burning.
Step 4
When the Jinmichae is well-coated with the sauce, turn off the heat. While the pan is still warm, add the mayonnaise, oligodang, and the final drizzle of sesame oil. Mix everything together quickly. The mayonnaise adds extra creaminess, the oligodang provides a glossy finish and sweetness, and the final touch of sesame oil brings a wonderful nutty aroma. The combination of these three ingredients is the secret to adding softness to the spicy and sweet flavor.
Step 5
Finally, sprinkle generously with sesame seeds for an extra nutty flavor. This completes your delicious Jinmichae stir-fry! You can use whole sesame seeds or lightly crush them to release more of their aroma.
Step 6
And there you have it – a soft and delicious Jinmichae stir-fry recipe that anyone can easily follow! It’s slightly spicy, pleasantly sweet, and packed with the savory umami of the squid, making it a perfect side dish that will have you reaching for more rice. Its tender texture makes it a hit with both kids and adults. Be sure to give it a try!
