Spicy Stir-Fried Squid (Ojing-eo Bokkeum)
Kim Jin-Ok’s Favorite Recipe: How to Make Delicious Spicy Stir-Fried Squid
Hello everyone! Today, I’m sharing a recipe for spicy and sweet stir-fried squid, perfect for when you have a lack of appetite. It’s delicious served over a bowl of freshly cooked rice as a rice bowl, or you can serve it with boiled somen noodles for a delightful meal. How about making some stir-fried squid for dinner tonight?
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 squid (body part, approx. 300-400g), fresh
- 1 onion (medium-sized)
- 6 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1/4 carrot
- 2 handfuls of cabbage (approx. 150g)
- 2 Korean chili peppers (adjust for spiciness)
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
- 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 4 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp mirin (rice wine)
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (adjust for sweetness)
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Prepare the vegetables: First, peel the onion and slice it into thin strips about 0.5cm thick. Wash the cabbage and cut it into thick slices. Peel the carrot and cut it into long, stick-like shapes, about 0.5cm thick. Remove the stems from the Korean chili peppers and slice them diagonally about 0.5cm thick to add spiciness. Mince the green onion, preparing 6 tablespoons.
Step 2
2. Prepare and slice the squid: Rinse the squid thoroughly under running water. It’s best to leave the skin on for a better texture. Remove the internal organs from the squid’s body. Carefully remove the eyes and ink sac from the tentacles. Rinse the squid again under running water. Pat it dry and then slice it into rings about 1.5-2cm thick. Cut the tentacles into bite-sized pieces as well.
Step 3
3. Make the spicy sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of gochujang, 4 tablespoons of gochugaru, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of mirin, 2 tablespoons of oligosaccharide, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well until there are no lumps and the sauce is smooth. Ensure all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 4
4. Stir-fry the squid and vegetables (Part 1): Heat a large wok or deep frying pan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and sauté the minced green onion for about 30 seconds until fragrant, creating an aromatic oil. Add the prepared squid and stir-fry over high heat for about 30 seconds until it just starts to turn opaque. Then, add the sliced onion and continue to stir-fry for another 30 seconds until the onion becomes slightly translucent.
Step 5
5. Finish the stir-fried squid: Add the pre-made sauce to the pan with the squid and onion. Then, add the cabbage, diagonally sliced chili peppers, and carrot. Mix everything well to coat evenly with the sauce. Continue to stir-fry over medium heat for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly with a spatula. Be careful not to overcook the squid, as it can become tough. Finally, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds to finish. Enjoy your delicious spicy and sweet stir-fried squid with warm rice or somen noodles!
