Spicy and Savory Stir-Fried Squid Fried Rice
How to Make Delicious Stir-Fried Squid Fried Rice Easily
Let’s make some delicious stir-fried squid fried rice, a perfect simple meal! This recipe is great for a quick and satisfying meal, ideal for one person or a family. Enjoy the fantastic flavors of squid and rice.
Main Ingredients- 2 squids
- 1 handful of green onion
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 2 bowls of rice
- 2 eggs (for fried egg topping)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello! Today, I’ll be sharing a recipe for ‘Stir-Fried Squid Fried Rice’ that you can finish in one satisfying bowl. It’s perfect for busy days when you need a simple yet hearty meal, or when you want to enjoy a delicious meal by yourself. Let’s make this flavorful squid and rice dish that will tantalize your taste buds!
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the squid. Clean it thoroughly by removing the innards and backbone. Rinse it well under running water. Once cleaned, slice the squid into bite-sized pieces, about 1 cm wide. Slicing it too small might reduce the texture, while too large can make it difficult to cook evenly, so aim for a consistent, moderate size.
Step 3
Chop the green onion into about 0.5 cm pieces, separating the white and green parts. Mince or thinly slice the garlic. Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil or butter in a pan over low heat. Add the chopped green onion and garlic, and slowly sauté to create aromatic green onion oil. The key is to gently cook until the fragrance of the onion and garlic is fully released. Be careful not to burn them; stir-fry until fragrant and slightly softened.
Step 4
Once the aroma of the green onion oil develops, add the sliced squid to the pan. Turn the heat to high and stir-fry quickly. Squid can become tough if overcooked, so cook it rapidly over high heat only until its color changes. Stir-fry until the squid is about halfway cooked through.
Step 5
Now it’s time for seasoning! Add 3 tablespoons of oyster sauce, the star ingredient for this stir-fried squid fried rice. The deep and rich umami from the oyster sauce will elevate the flavor profile.
Step 6
Next, add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir everything together as you continue to cook. Taste the seasoning and if it feels a bit bland, you can add a tiny bit more soy sauce or salt to adjust it to your preference. Be mindful not to make it too salty.
Step 7
Once the squid and seasonings have come together well, add the 2 bowls of warm rice to the pan and stir-fry everything together. Use a spatula to break up the rice clumps as you stir-fry, ensuring the rice grains are evenly coated with the delicious seasoning. This will help create fluffy, non-clumped fried rice.
Step 8
When the rice is well-fried and has absorbed all the flavors, your delicious stir-fried squid fried rice is ready! This method ensures the squid retains its chewy texture, and the combination of oyster sauce and soy sauce creates a savory and incredibly flavorful fried rice.
Step 9
Finally, for an extra special touch, top the fried rice with a sunny-side-up fried egg. Break the runny yolk and mix it into the fried rice for an incredibly delicious bite! Enjoy your flavorful stir-fried squid fried rice, complete with its savory taste and satisfying chewy squid texture!
