Description
Squid Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the sea to your dinner table. With tender squid, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic garlic and ginger, this quick stir fry is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings, it promises to impress your guests with its restaurant-quality flair. Enjoy this delightful dish served over rice or noodles for a satisfying culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, sliced thinly
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Clean and slice the squid into rings about half an inch thick.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add a splash of oil.
- Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add squid rings and stir-fry quickly until opaque (2-3 minutes).
- Introduce sliced bell peppers and green onions; sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch mixture, and brown sugar; pour over stir fry and toss well.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg