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Salt and Pepper Squid

Extra crispy Salt and Pepper Squid just like authentic Chinese restaurants. Easy and the best recipe with few ingredients: squid, salt, ground white pepper, scallion and red chilies.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 273 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 10 oz (300 grams) cleaned squid tubes cut into rings
  • oil for deep frying
  • 1/2 tablespoon oil for stir-frying
  • 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
  • 1 teaspoon chopped red chilies
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
Frying Batter:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup corn starch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Pinch salt

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the squid under water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix all the ingredients for the frying batter until well combined. Add the squid to the batter and stir to coat evenly.
  3. To deep-fry the squid, heat 2 to 3 inches (5 - 7.5 cm) of oil in a wok or frying pan to 350°F (175°C). Gently drop the squid into the oil and immediately loosen them with a spatula to prevent clumping.
  4. Deep-fry the squid until golden brown and crispy, but do not over-fry. Remove with a strainer or slotted spoon, and drain excess oil by placing the squid on a plate lined with paper towels.
  5. To stir-fry, heat 1/2 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the scallions and red chilies, stirring quickly. Return the fried squid to the skillet and add the salt and white pepper. Stir to combine well. Transfer to a plate and serve hot.

Notes

  • Recipe adapted from my cookbook Easy Chinese Recipes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3people Calories 273kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 220mg (73%) Sodium 633mg (26%) Potassium 288mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.3g (1%) Vitamin A 87IU (2%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 273

% Daily Value*

Serving 3people
Calories 273kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 220mg 73%
Sodium 633mg 26%
Potassium 288mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 0.3g 1%
Vitamin A 87IU 2%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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