Chewy & Savory! Dried Squid and Peanut Simmered Dish Recipe
Chewy & Savory! Dried Squid and Peanut Simmered Dish Recipe
Special Side Dish! Dried Squid and Peanut Simmered with a Sweet & Salty Sauce – A Crowd-Pleaser
This side dish features a perfect harmony of chewy dried squid and a sweet, savory soy sauce-based glaze. Simmered with crunchy peanuts, it offers a richer flavor and texture. It’s an absolute must-have for your rice table!
Main Ingredients- 100g dried squid
- 170g peanuts
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Soak the dried squid in cold water for about 10 minutes until softened. Rinse it thoroughly 3-4 times during soaking to remove any impurities.
Step 2
Drain the rehydrated squid using a sieve. It should be plump and feel moist to the touch.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine the sugar (2 Tbsp), mirin (2 Tbsp), savory soy sauce (2 Tbsp), corn syrup (1/2 Tbsp), a pinch of black pepper, and water (180ml). Stir well until all the sauce ingredients are fully dissolved to make the sauce.
Step 4
Pour the prepared sauce into a wide pan and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Once the sauce starts bubbling, add the softened squid and peanuts. Continue to simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula.
Step 5
When the liquid has reduced and the sauce has thickened slightly, add the finely chopped Cheongyang chili pepper. Simmer together with the squid and peanuts. Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your preference for spiciness.
Step 6
Turn off the heat when there is still a little bit of moist sauce left coating the bottom of the pan. Finish by drizzling in a little sesame oil and sprinkling some toasted sesame seeds, then mix well.
Step 7
Transfer the finished dried squid and peanut simmered dish to a serving plate. Enjoy this delicious side dish that’s both chewy and savory – it’s the perfect ‘rice thief’!
