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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Stir-fried squid is a stir-fry dish that is easy to make with delicious flavors and is a favorite dish for many people. Today, TasteVN will introduce you to a unique and delicious recipe for stir-fried squid with scallions. Let’s get cooking right away!
Ingredients for Stir-fried Squid with Scallions Serves 4
Squid 700 gr (3 large pieces) Scallions 300 gr Butter 1 tablespoon Minced garlic 1 tablespoon Satay 1 tablespoon Sugar/msg a little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh squid
- When buying squid, choose those with bright colors, shiny skin, and a shimmering body, with dark brown parts.
- Prioritize buying firm and elastic squid, with clear eyes that are not bulging, where the pupil can be seen clearly, and the body and tentacles are firmly attached, with a distinct sea smell.
- Do not buy squid that are dull in color, soft and mushy, with tentacles and body that easily separate, cloudy eyes, and slime oozing out.
How to choose delicious fresh scallions
- It is advisable to choose scallions of moderate size, not too big or too small, as this will ensure the best flavor.
- Prioritize buying fresh green scallions, dry, with a firm stem that is not soft and mushy.
- Avoid purchasing scallions that are rotten, excessively scratched, or bruised.
How to cook Stir-fried squid with scallions
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Prepare and marinate the squid
After buying the squid, remove all the hard sacs, eyes, intestines, and the black bag, then wash thoroughly.
Next, turn the white part of the squid body inside out and cut it into squares, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Cut the squid head in half or into thirds.
Marinate the squid with 1 tablespoon of satay, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of monosodium glutamate, mix well, and let sit for 15 minutes to allow the squid to absorb the seasonings.
Tips for properly cleaning squid- Method 1: After removing all the intestines and black bag, soak the squid in water mixed with white wine for about 5 – 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water and let drain.
- Method 2: You can use vinegar to rub the entire squid body for 3 – 5 minutes and then rinse thoroughly, which effectively eliminates the fishy smell and makes the squid cleaner.
- You can choose to remove the squid’s beak or not, as many families enjoy eating the squid’s beak, so you can choose to leave it.
See details: How to properly clean squid
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Prepare other ingredients
Remove all roots, the old yellow skin, and the top leaves of the scallions, only keep the tender white bulbs. Then wash the scallions about 3 – 4 times with water to remove dirt and impurities.
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Stir-fry squid and scallions
Place a pan on the stove and heat it up. At this point, set the heat to medium or low and add 1 tablespoon of butter, then let it melt. Next, add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Then, add the scallions, turn the heat up, and stir-fry for 3 – 5 minutes until they are cooked. Right at this moment, add the squid and stir-fry for 5 – 10 minutes; when the squid firms up, it is cooked. Season to taste and then turn off the heat.
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Final Product
The fragrant and attractive stir-fried squid with chives is ready! The squid is cooked just right, absorbs the flavor, slightly crispy, and has the sweet aroma typical of fresh squid, while the chives are not pungent but sweet and slightly peppery. Everything blends together to create a delicious dish.
You can eat it with white rice and dip it in spicy fish sauce, which is extremely appetizing!
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Now you know how to make the crispy and delicious stir-fried squid with scallions! Let’s get into the kitchen and make it right away to treat your family. TasteVN wishes you success in your cooking!
