Sweet & Savory Stir-Fried Dried Shredded Squid
[Easy Side Dish] A Taste of Nostalgia! Hong Yang Geng’s Sweet Stir-Fried Dried Shredded Squid Recipe
I suddenly craved the stir-fried dried shredded squid that was a common side dish back in my school days, so I decided to make a sweet and savory soy-sauce version. It’s an absolute rice thief! I’ll share a super easy and simple recipe for stir-fried dried shredded squid with you!
Main Ingredients
- 100g Dried Shredded Squid
Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 3 Tbsp Cooking Wine (Mirin)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Oligodang (Corn Syrup)
- 4 Tbsp Water
- 1 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 3 Tbsp Cooking Wine (Mirin)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Oligodang (Corn Syrup)
- 4 Tbsp Water
- 1 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 100g of dried shredded squid. Cut the squid into bite-sized pieces (about 5-7cm long) with scissors for easier eating. Then, lightly oil a preheated pan over low heat and stir-fry the squid for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Be careful not to overcook it, as it can become tough!
Step 2
While the squid is stir-frying, let’s make the sauce. In the pan, combine 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 3 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin), 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp oligodang, and 4 Tbsp water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Allowing the sauce to boil helps meld the flavors.
Step 3
Once the sauce is boiling, add the pre-fried dried shredded squid to the pan and stir-fry them together. It’s important to quickly mix everything to ensure the sauce coats the squid evenly.
Step 4
Continue to stir-fry the squid, allowing the sauce to penetrate, for about 2-3 minutes, making sure to stir constantly to prevent burning. Adjust the heat as needed.
Step 5
When the sauce has reduced and become slightly thick, turn off the heat. Finally, add 1 Tbsp mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Toss everything gently with the residual heat to combine. Adding mayonnaise will give it a smoother texture and prevent it from becoming too dry.
Step 6
And there you have it! A delicious sweet and savory stir-fried dried shredded squid that the whole family can enjoy. Its delightful sweet and salty flavor makes it a perfect side dish for rice or a tasty snack for kids. Enjoy your meal!
