Squid is a delicious and popular dish, and this recipe for sweet and sour squid stir-fry is a tasty and nutritious option for any family meal. The combination of sweet and sour flavors, along with a variety of vegetables, makes for a flavorful and colorful dish that will surely be a crowd-pleaser. The best part? It only takes 30 minutes to prepare this delicious hot meal. Let’s get started!
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1 Sweet and Sour Squid Stir-Fry
Preparation: 20 minutes
Cooking: 30 minutes
Servings: 2-3 people
Ingredients:
- 300g squid
- 200g pineapple
- 200g onion
- 100g carrots
- 200g bell peppers
- 100g celery
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce
Instructions:
Clean the squid and rinse it with water and rice wine to remove any impurities. Let it dry. Cut the squid into bite-sized pieces and make shallow cuts on the surface to allow better absorption of the seasonings. This will also make the squid look more appealing when stir-fried.
Wash the vegetables thoroughly. Cut the tomatoes into wedges, and slice the onions and shallots thinly. Chop the celery and green onions into 3-4 cm pieces. Remove the seeds from the cucumber and cut it diagonally into bite-sized pieces. Finely mince the ginger, garlic, and shallots.
Prepare the Ingredients
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Make sure the squid is completely dry before marinating to avoid releasing water during cooking. Marinate the squid with the minced ginger, garlic, shallots, seasoning powder, pepper, sugar, and cornstarch. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to absorb.
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Fry the marinated squid until it is just cooked, then remove it from the pan and set it aside.
Marinate and Stir-Fry the Squid
Add more oil to the same pan and sauté the remaining ginger, garlic, and shallots. Add the pineapple and tomatoes first to create a sweet and sour base for the dish.
Once the pineapple and tomatoes are softened, add the cucumber and onion, stir-frying over high heat. Season to taste. When the vegetables are almost done, toss in the green onions and celery, along with a tablespoon of oyster sauce to enhance the flavor.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables
Note: Stir-frying over high heat helps retain the crispness and vibrant colors of the vegetables. Be careful not to overcook the squid, as it can become tough. Just cook it until it is opaque.
Return the squid to the pan and mix it with the vegetables. Give it a good stir, then turn off the heat. Your delicious sweet and sour squid stir-fry is now ready to be served! Enjoy it hot with rice and a side of chili sauce. The colorful dish, with its appealing presentation and harmonious blend of sweet and sour flavors, is sure to be a hit with your family and guests.
Sweet and Sour Squid Stir-Fry
2 Sweet and Sour Leaf Squid Stir-Fry
Preparation: 20 minutes
Cooking: 30 minutes
Servings: 2-3 people
Ingredients:
- 2 leaf squid
- 1/4 pineapple
- 1 cucumber
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 tomato
- A few stalks of green onion
- 1 chili pepper
- 1/2 onion
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- Seasonings: oil, salt, pepper, sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar
Ingredients for Leaf Squid Stir-Fry
Instructions:
Clean the leaf squid and remove any innards. Rinse it with diluted salt water or rice wine to eliminate any fishy smell. Cut the squid into bite-sized rings.
Peel and slice the pineapple into bite-sized pieces. Cut the cucumber, bell pepper, and tomato into small pieces. Chop the green onions, and slice the chili pepper and onion.
Prepare the Ingredients
Place the leaf squid in a pot of boiling water and cook until fully done. Drain and set aside.
Boil the Leaf Squid
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Turn off the heat and add 150ml of water, along with the boiled leaf squid, pineapple, cucumber, bell pepper, and tomato. Season with 1 tablespoon of chili sauce, 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, 2 tablespoons of sweet chili sauce, 1/3 tablespoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, a pinch of seasoning powder, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon of vinegar.
Turn the heat back on to high and stir-fry until the ingredients are just cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly. Finally, add the onion, green onions, and chili pepper, giving it a quick stir before turning off the heat.
Stir-Fry the Leaf Squid with Vegetables
The sweet and sour leaf squid stir-fry is a simple yet mouthwatering dish. The pineapple, tomato, and vinegar provide a delightful tangy flavor that balances the sweetness of the squid. The cooked leaf squid has a creamy white color and a chewy texture, perfectly complemented by the flavorful sauce.
Sweet and Sour Leaf Squid Stir-Fry
Now you know how to prepare this delicious sweet and sour squid stir-fry. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
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