Crispy Fried Shandong Style Cuttlefish

Crispy Fried Shandong Style Cuttlefish is a delicious and popular dish in Shandong Cuisine, known for its fresh and savory flavors. This recipe combines tender cuttlefish with a crispy coating, creating a delightful texture and taste.

Crispy Fried Shandong Style Cuttlefish

Ingredients

  • 500g fresh cuttlefish, cleaned and sliced
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, and white pepper.
  2. Dip the cuttlefish slices into the beaten eggs, then coat them with the cornstarch mixture.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Fry the coated cuttlefish slices in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the fried cuttlefish and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  6. In a separate pan, sauté the garlic, ginger, and green onions. Then, add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar to make a savory sauce.
  7. Pour the sauce over the crispy fried cuttlefish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Frying pan Bowl Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Tongs Spatula Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serve the Crispy Fried Shandong Style Cuttlefish with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the cuttlefish by dipping them in the egg and cornstarch mixture twice before frying.

Cost

$15