Stir-fried Squid
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Stir-fried Squid

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Stir-fried Squid

About This Recipe

This Stir-Fried Squid with Mushrooms and Green Peppers is a quick, flavorful dish that brings together tender squid, earthy mushrooms, and crisp peppers in a savory, umami-rich sauce. The squid is expertly scored for perfect texture, then stir-fried with fragrant ginger and sweet green peppers for a balanced taste. A touch of sugar enhances the natural sweetness, while a splash of cooking wine adds depth just before serving. The high-heat cooking locks in freshness, and a quick simmer ensures succulent, perfectly cooked squid every time. Ideal for a speedy yet impressive weeknight meal, this dish highlights the best of seafood and vegetables with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Try it for a deliciously light yet satisfying stir-fry!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • squid 200g
The aromatics
  • mushrooms 100g (rehydrated)
  • green peppers 150g
The sauce & seasonings
  • ginger 10g
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • cooking wine 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Prepare the ingredients: slice the rehydrated dried mushrooms, cut the green peppers into small pieces, and cut the squid into small blocks with a cross-shaped knife cut.
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Step 2
Step 2
Note that the squid should be cut with a shallow knife mark on one side, being careful not to cut too deeply.
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Step 3
Step 3
Heat oil in a wok, add sliced mushrooms and ginger to stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 4
Step 4
Then add the green peppers to stir-fry together, without worrying about the green peppers becoming old, as the squid will cook quickly.
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Step 5
Step 5
After the green peppers emit their fragrance, add the squid, stir-fry over high heat, and add a small amount of sugar to enhance the freshness. Add salt to taste.
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Step 6
Step 6
Stir-fry until the squid is slightly white and partially cooked, then add about half a bowl of water (or slightly less), cover the wok, and simmer.
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Step 7
Step 7
Once the squid is basically cooked, add a small amount of cooking wine to enhance the flavor just before serving.
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Step 8
Step 8
Complete.

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