Spicy squid/Calamari/ Stir fry

How to do a squid stir fry

A squid stir-fry is a quick and flavorful dish, bringing together the delicate tenderness of squid with the bold, aromatic elements of Asian stir-fry. The result is a savory, slightly spicy, and umami-rich meal with a fresh, oceanic note and a vibrant mix of textures and colors. I am cooking a simple version of a quick stir fry...


 

 Ingredients 

  • 500g cleaned squid
  • 5 cloves crushed Garlic
  • 4 large red chilies or Capsicum sliced
  •  1 whole leek sliced
  • 1 tea spoon Paprika or chilli powder 
  • oil for stir frying  
 


 In this recipe I am using defrosted frozen squid. If you are using the same please make sure remove all the liquid before following the next few steps.
 
Defrosting method 
In the fridge until tender. It will take at least 24 hours to defrost properly.
If not you can cook it directly in salted hot water and remove all excess water. 
 
Cooking...
 
Add oil to a pan and fry onion, chilies and leeks on high heat about 1 minute. 
 
After transfer it to a bowl. leave aside.
 
In the same pan add oil. and add 1 tsp paprika or chilli powder. 
 

 
In to that add the squid.

 
Cook 3-4 minutes add add the previously cooked vegetables. 
 
Sir fry few seconds and add lime / lemon juice
 

 Enjoy with rice or as filling in a wrap..
 


 
 
 

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