Spicy Stir-Fried Squid Rice Bowl (Ojingeo Deopbap)
Spicy Stir-Fried Squid Rice Bowl (Ojingeo Deopbap)
Baek Jong Won’s Style Stir-Fried Squid for Dinner, a Perfect One-Bowl Meal
Spicy and zesty stir-fried squid is a true rice thief! Make a delightful dinner with this Baek Jong Won-style Ojingeo Deopbap. You can slice whole squid into rings for stir-frying, or use pre-cleaned squid for an even quicker meal. It’s the perfect dish to lift your spirits when you’re feeling stressed and craving something deliciously fiery. If you visit the local market, you can find freshly cleaned squid to make this dish even easier!
Main Ingredients- 1 Squid (cleaned or whole)
- 1/2 Onion
- 100g Cabbage
- 30g Carrot
- 1 Green Onion
- 2 Korean Green Chilies (Cheongyang)
- 1 Red Chili
Sauce- 2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar (helps absorb moisture and adds sweetness)
- 0.5 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Cheongju or Mirin (rice wine, for removing gaminess and enhancing flavor)
- 1.5 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar (helps absorb moisture and adds sweetness)
- 0.5 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Cheongju or Mirin (rice wine, for removing gaminess and enhancing flavor)
- 1.5 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- Pinch of Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Prepare the Squid: If using pre-cleaned squid, sprinkle a little flour on it and rub gently to wash, ensuring the suckers are clean.
Step 2
2. Tip for Peeling Squid Skin: If using a whole squid, sprinkle a little coarse salt on the body and use a kitchen towel to rub off the skin. It comes off much more easily than you’d think.
Step 3
3. Scoring and Slicing the Squid: Make diagonal scores on the inside of the squid body. This helps it cook up beautifully and become more tender. After scoring, cut it in half and then slice into bite-sized pieces about 1.5cm wide. If scoring is difficult, a julienne peeler can be helpful.
Step 4
For the squid tentacles, you can cut through the spaces with scissors to make them easier to handle.
Step 5
4. Prepare Vegetables: Slice all your vegetables beforehand. Feel free to use any leftover vegetables you have in the fridge.
Step 6
5. Slice Vegetables: Slice the onion into strips. Cut the carrot into thin, flat pieces about 1cm wide. Chop the white part of the green onion and slice the green part diagonally.
Step 7
Slice the Korean green chilies and red chili diagonally for a spicy kick. Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, soak them in lightly vinegared water for about 5 minutes, then rinse under running water and drain well to maintain a crisp texture.
Step 8
6. Make Green Onion Oil: Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped white parts of the green onion and sauté until fragrant and lightly browned, infusing the oil with delicious green onion flavor.
Step 9
7. Stir-fry Squid (Moisture Control): Once the green onion is golden, add the squid to the pan and stir-fry over high heat. As the squid starts releasing a lot of moisture, add the sugar first. Sugar helps absorb the moisture and adds a touch of sweetness.
Step 10
Once the sugar has dissolved, add the minced garlic, soy sauce, and gochugaru. Stir well to combine and cook, being careful not to burn the sauce.
Step 11
8. Add and Stir-fry Vegetables: Add all the sliced vegetables to the pan and mix them well with the squid.
Step 12
To help the vegetables absorb the sauce and create a nice consistency for eating with rice, add the cheongju or mirin. If you don’t have rice wine, a little water will work. This step not only enhances flavor but also ensures the sauce coats everything beautifully. For Ojingeo Deopbap, a slightly saucy finish is ideal for mixing with rice.
Step 13
9. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the well-stir-fried squid and vegetables to a serving dish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds for a final flourish. Enjoy this spicy and flavorful Ojingeo Deopbap to reignite your appetite and make your mealtime a joyful experience!
