Stir-fried squid with bell peppers is a simple, easy-to-make dish that is extremely delicious and appetizing, perfect for the whole family. Today, let’s get cooking with TasteVN to discover 2 irresistible stir-fry recipes!
1. Stir-fried squid with bell peppers
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried squid with bell peppers Serves 4
Fresh squid 500 gr Bell peppers 3 pieces Fresh chili 3 pieces Shallots 2 bulbs Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce 1/2 tablespoon Common seasoning a little (salt/ seasoning powder/ monosodium glutamate/ ground pepper)
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How to make Stir-fried Squid with Bell Peppers
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Prepare ingredients and marinate squid
Remove the stems and seeds from the bell peppers, wash them thoroughly, and cut them into bite-sized pieces. For shallots and chili, use a knife to chop them finely.
Rinse the squid with diluted saltwater and then wash it again with clean water. After that, cut the squid into bite-sized pieces.
Next, place the squid in a bowl and add the prepared shallots and chili.
Then, season with 1 spoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, and 1/2 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and marinate for about 1 hour for the squid to absorb the flavors.
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Stir-fried squid
Place a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to the pan. Wait for the oil to heat up, then add all the marinated squid, stir-frying for about 5 minutes until the squid turns opaque white and firms up.
Next, add bell peppers to stir-fry with the squid. Season with 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in the pan.
Quickly stir-fry for another 2 minutes, then taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference before turning off the heat.
Plate the dish, sprinkle ground pepper for added appeal, and enjoy immediately.
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Final product
Thus, the delicious and nutritious stir-fried squid with bell peppers is ready!
The squid is crispy and sweet, the bell peppers are crunchy and refreshing, blended with just the right seasoning, making it very appealing and perfect with rice. This dish is best enjoyed with white rice!
2. Squid stir-fried with bell peppers and tomatoes
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-Fried Squid with Bell Peppers and Tomatoes Serves 4
Squid 500 gr Bell pepper 1 piece Tomato 2 pieces Cilantro 1 sprig Spring onion 2 sprigs Celery 2 sprigs Garlic 3 cloves Cooking oil 1.5 tablespoons Oyster sauce 1 teaspoon Common seasoning a little (Salt/ seasoning powder/ monosodium glutamate/ sugar/ pepper)
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Tomatoes
- You should choose tomatoes with smooth skin, plump and juicy, bright red color, and with green stems.
- Touch the tomato with your hand; if it feels firm and has no juice running out, it’s a good tomato to buy.
- Avoid choosing those that are bruised or have small black spots, or those that are uneven in color between green and red.
How to prepare Stir-fried squid with bell pepper and tomato
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Preparing the squid
For the bought squid, use a knife to cut along the squid’s body and gently pull out the ink sac.
Next, remove the eyes and the beak from the squid’s tentacles, then peel the skin and rinse the squid with diluted saltwater 2 to 3 times, followed by rinsing with clean water and letting it drain.
Once drained, cut the squid into bite-sized pieces. Use a knife to make small cuts on the squid pieces to help them absorb the seasoning better and look more appealing.
Proper way to prepare squid:
- Step 1: Use one hand to hold the squid’s body, and the other hand to hold the squid’s head, gently pull it up and carefully peel off the ink sac.
- Step 2: Use a knife to cut off the eyes and beak of the squid.
- Step 3: Use a knife to lightly cut a line at the head of the squid’s body. One hand holds the squid’s flesh firmly, while the other hand holds the squid’s skin and pulls it off.
- Step 4: Clean the squid’s insides and head and rinse thoroughly with water.
See details: How to clean and prepare squid properly
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Prepare other ingredients
Bell peppers are washed, drained, cored, and cut into bite-sized pieces lengthwise using a knife.
Tomatoes are washed, drained, and then cut into wedges.
Celery, cilantro, and green onions are washed, roots removed, and chopped finely.
Finally, peel the garlic and mince it.
Tip: To keep the ingredients crunchy and sweet, avoid cutting them too small, as they can easily become mushy and release a lot of water when stir-fried.
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Marinate the squid
After preparation, the squid is marinated with 1 spoon of seasoning, 1 spoon of sugar, 1/2 spoon of monosodium glutamate, and 1 spoon of pepper, then mixed well and left for about 10 – 15 minutes for the squid to absorb the seasoning.
Tip: To make the squid more delicious and tender, you can marinate it with a little cooking oil, combined with minced garlic or minced shallots.
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Stir-fried squid and bell peppers
Place a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to the pan. Wait for the oil to heat up, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
When the garlic is golden and fragrant, add the marinated squid and stir-fry on high heat for about 5 minutes until the squid is cooked, turns a creamy white color, and releases a fragrant aroma, then scoop it onto a plate.
Place the pan back on the stove, add 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil. Next, add the bell peppers and tomatoes, stir-fry on high heat for about 3 minutes until they are tender, then season with 1 teaspoon of seasoning and stir well.
Finally, add the stir-fried squid to the pan, stir-fry together with the bell peppers and tomatoes for about 1 more minute. Add 1 teaspoon of oyster sauce, adjust the seasoning to taste, add chopped green onions, coriander, and celery, mix well again, then turn off the heat and serve on a plate to enjoy immediately.
Tip:
- To keep the squid and ingredients crispy and sweet, do not stir-fry for too long on low heat.
- Additionally, the stir-fry will release its own juices, so you do not need to add water for stir-frying.
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Final Product
Stir-fried squid with bell pepper after completion has a very eye-catching color. The ingredients are crunchy and subtly sweet, blended with the aroma from various vegetables and properly seasoned spices, which is very appealing, isn’t it?
Enjoy it while it’s still hot and dip it with a little soy sauce for the best flavor. Wishing you and your family a delicious meal!
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Squid
- Fresh squid will have a shiny color. The brown part will be dark brown, while the body of the squid will be milky white.
- When touching the squid’s body, if you feel the squid meat is firm and has high elasticity, then it’s good quality squid. Additionally, good squid will have clear eyes, not cloudy.
- Avoid buying squid with soft, mushy tentacles that easily detach from the body or squid with an unpleasant odor as these are low-quality squid.
How to choose crunchy and delicious bell peppers
- You should choose bell peppers with a base that divides into 3 parts; these bell peppers will be tastier, crunchier, and have a richer flavor when stir-fried compared to other types of bell peppers.
- It is advisable to select those with a smooth, shiny, and slick surface and still have the stem, as these are fresh, recently harvested peppers.
- Choose those with bright colors and not too lightweight, as these will be fresh and rich in nutrients.
- Avoid those that are bruised, waterlogged, have wrinkled skin, or wilted stems.
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Squid stir-fried with bell peppers is a dish with easily found ingredients and a simple preparation method. Nevertheless, the dish still ensures deliciousness and attractiveness, making it a delightful addition to family meals. Wishing you success in your cooking!
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