Salt and Pepper Squid Sensation (椒鹽魷魚)
椒鹽魷魚 (Salt and Pepper Squid Sensation) is a popular Taiwanese dish known for its crispy texture and flavorful seasoning. This recipe will guide you through creating this delicious and satisfying dish at home.
Ingredients
- 500g fresh squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and five-spice powder.
- Coat the squid rings in the cornstarch mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the squid in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil and stir-fry the garlic, green onions, and red chili until fragrant.
- Toss the fried squid in the garlic and onion mixture until well coated.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Mixing bowl Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Salt and Pepper Squid with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the squid to achieve a crispy texture.
Cost
$15