Ojingeo Bokkeum
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Ojingeo Bokkeum

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

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 500g fresh squid, cleaned and scored in a crosshatch, cut into pieces
  • • 1/2 onion, sliced
  • • 1 carrot, sliced thin
  • • 3 tbsp gochujang
  • • 1 tbsp gochugaru
  • • 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sugar
  • • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • • 2 spring onions, cut into 3cm pieces

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Score the squid in a crosshatch and cut into pieces so it curls as it cooks.

2
Phase 2

Combine gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic.

3
Phase 3

Heat the oil in a wok over high heat and sear the squid 1 minute until it curls; remove and set aside.

4
Phase 4

Stir-fry the onion and carrot for 2 minutes, then add the sauce and let it bubble.

5
Phase 5

Return the squid and toss 1 minute only, just until coated, to keep it tender.

6
Phase 6

Stir in the spring onions and serve immediately with rice.