Soft and Savory Stir-Fried Dried Shredded Squid (Soy Sauce Flavor)
Easy Soy Sauce Dried Shredded Squid Recipe | Perfect Side Dish for Kids, Everyday Meals, and Lunchboxes
Introducing ‘Soy Sauce Dried Shredded Squid,’ a dried squid side dish with a much softer texture than regular dried squid, making it enjoyable even for children. Stir-fried in a sweet and savory sauce, it’s a treat everyone can love. Once made, it serves as a great staple side dish or a colorful addition to lunchboxes. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, so anyone can whip it up in no time! While it can be made with a gochujang (red chili paste) sauce, today we’re sharing the soy sauce version that’s perfect for kids. This is one of our family’s absolute favorite side dishes! We’ll show you how to make this delicious soy sauce-flavored shredded squid by stir-frying it until slightly chewy to remove any fishy odor, then coating it in a sweet and savory glaze.
Ingredients
- 150g dried shredded squid
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or sake)
- 2.5 Tbsp corn syrup or oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1-2 Tbsp sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the dried shredded squid. Since the long strands can be awkward to eat and may tangle during cooking, cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm long, using scissors. If any pieces are stuck together, gently separate them with your fingers.
Step 2
To remove any potential fishy smell, lightly toast the dried shredded squid in a dry pan first. This process also helps to remove moisture and enhance its flavor. Then, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir-fry the squid, ensuring it doesn’t burn, until it’s coated and looks glossy.
Step 3
Continue to stir-fry until the thin, chewy strands gradually soften and begin to curl naturally. This step is crucial for achieving the best texture for the shredded squid.
Step 4
Now it’s time to add the delicious sauce. Pour in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of cooking wine, and 2.5 tablespoons of corn syrup (or oligosaccharide) into the pan. Use chopsticks or a spatula to gently toss and separate the squid strands, ensuring the sauce is evenly distributed. Stir-fry until the soy sauce mixture is well incorporated and the squid turns a nice golden-brown color, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Turn off the heat. Finally, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and sprinkle generously with 1-2 tablespoons of sesame seeds. The nutty aroma of sesame oil and the crunch of sesame seeds will further enhance the flavor. Mix everything well to finish your tasty stir-fried shredded squid.
Step 6
Voilà! Your soft and chewy soy sauce stir-fried dried shredded squid is ready. It’s so delicious on its own that you might not even need rice, making it a perfect snack or a fantastic side dish. It’s also great with drinks! The thin strands offer a delightful combination of softness and chewiness, making this dish truly appealing. Enjoy making this wonderful shredded squid stir-fry!
