Stir Fried Squid Min
Chinese Chinese - Fujian Min Cuisine

Stir Fried Squid Min

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Plump, sweet shellfish sautéed in garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley, finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and sea salt.

Ingredients

  • • 500g squid, cleaned and scored
  • • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • • 3 slices ginger
  • • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • • 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1 tsp white pepper
  • • 1 tsp sesame oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Cut the squid into bite-size pieces and score the flesh in a diamond pattern.

2
Phase 2

Blanch the squid in boiling water for 15 seconds until the curls firm; drain.

3
Phase 3

Stir-fry ginger and garlic in a hot wok until fragrant.

4
Phase 4

Add the celery, then the squid, tossing over high heat for 1 minute.

5
Phase 5

Add oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and white pepper, tossing to coat.

6
Phase 6

Drizzle with sesame oil and serve immediately.