Chewy Dried Semi-Dried Squid Soy Braised
Make a Delicious Special Side Dish with Dried Semi-Dried Squid, Also Known as ‘Gold Squid’
These days, squid is so expensive it’s called ‘gold squid’! Utilizing this delicious seasonal squid, we’ll introduce a recipe for braised dried semi-dried squid in soy sauce, featuring a wonderfully chewy texture. Dried semi-dried squid, also known as ‘pidegi,’ is delicious stir-fried as is, but braising it in a soy sauce glaze makes it a perfect savory and sweet side dish for rice. It’s a favorite for the whole family because it’s not too spicy, even for kids. Enjoy this special squid dish with its uniquely chewy texture and savory flavor!
Main Ingredients- 2 Dried semi-dried squids
- 1/2 cup Sliced green onion
- 1/4 Onion, sliced
- 1 Chili pepper (or Korean mild chili pepper), sliced
Seasoning Ingredients- 1/2 Tbsp Perilla oil
- 1/2 Tbsp Cooking oil
- 1.5 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Plum extract
- 1/2 Tbsp Mirin or cooking sake
- 1/2 Tbsp Perilla oil
- 1/2 Tbsp Cooking oil
- 1.5 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Plum extract
- 1/2 Tbsp Mirin or cooking sake
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Shall we start preparing a special side dish with dried semi-dried squid? As its nickname ‘gold squid’ suggests, this precious ingredient deserves careful preparation.
Step 2
First, prepare 2 dried semi-dried squids for a delicious braised dish.
Step 3
Cut the squid into bite-sized pieces. Using scissors will make clean cuts. Slice the body and tentacles into appropriate sizes, ensuring they are ready to absorb the seasoning well.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to start cooking. In a wide pan or wok, add the perilla oil and the sliced green onions.
Step 5
Stir-fry the green onions over medium-low heat to release their fragrant oil. This ‘scallion oil’ plays a crucial role in removing any fishy smell from the squid and enhancing its overall flavor.
Step 6
Once the scallion oil is sufficiently infused, add the soy sauce, plum extract, and mirin (or cooking sake). Let the seasoning mixture come to a rolling boil. Boiling the sauce beforehand will help develop a deeper flavor.
Step 7
When the sauce starts boiling, add the prepared dried semi-dried squid. Without covering the pan, quickly toss the squid to coat it evenly with the sauce. Stir rapidly (‘shake, shake’) to ensure the seasoning penetrates the squid well.
Step 8
Next, add the sliced onions and mix them with the squid again. The sweetness from the onions will enrich the flavor of the braised dish.
Step 9
As the squid simmers in the sauce, stir occasionally to prevent sticking. The squid will cook and develop a chewy texture.
Step 10
Finally, add the sliced chili peppers and give it a final mix to finish. If you like it spicy, use Cheongyang chili peppers. For a milder taste suitable for children, opt for Korean mild chili peppers which are crisp and less spicy. Stir them in and cook for another moment.
Step 11
And there you have it – a delicious side dish, chewy braised dried semi-dried squid in soy sauce, is complete! It’s not spicy, so even children will love this side dish. The unique chewy texture of the dried semi-dried squid combined with the savory soy sauce glaze makes it a true rice thief. Enjoy your mealtime with this tasty braised squid!
