Shanghai Style Fried Squid (上海炸鱿鱼)
上海炸鱿鱼 (Shanghai Style Fried Squid) is a popular dish in Shanghai cuisine, known for its crispy texture and savory flavor.
Ingredients
- 500g fresh squid, cleaned and sliced
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, and white pepper.
- Dip the squid slices into the beaten eggs, then coat them with the cornstarch mixture.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the coated squid slices in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- Remove the fried squid and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- 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
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Wok Deep frying pan Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Knife Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the Shanghai Style Fried Squid with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can sprinkle the fried squid with a mixture of salt, pepper, and Chinese five-spice powder before serving.
Cost
$15