Golden Ratio Dried Shredded Squid Stir-Fry
Golden Ratio Dried Shredded Squid Stir-Fry
Flavor Bomb! The Ultimate Golden Recipe for Stir-Fried Dried Shredded Squid
The quintessential Korean side dish, stir-fried dried shredded squid (Jinmichae Bokkeum)! Its tender yet savory texture and the perfectly balanced sauce will have you devouring bowl after bowl of rice. Today, we’re bringing you the golden recipe for this beloved dish.
Main Ingredients- 1 pack dried shredded squid (Jinmichae, approx. 150g-200g)
Delicious Sauce- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2.5 Tbsp Corn syrup (or Oligodang)
- 1.2 Tbsp Soy sauce (Korean soup soy sauce, Jin-ganjang)
- 1.2 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 4 Tbsp Water
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2.5 Tbsp Corn syrup (or Oligodang)
- 1.2 Tbsp Soy sauce (Korean soup soy sauce, Jin-ganjang)
- 1.2 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 4 Tbsp Water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Cut the dried shredded squid into 2-3 pieces of bite-sized length. Cutting them too short might cause them to unravel during stir-frying, so aim for a moderate length.
Step 2
Add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise to the cut squid and gently mix by hand. This step helps keep the squid tender and ensures the sauce adheres well without drying it out.
Step 3
In a separate bowl or directly in the pan, combine all the sauce ingredients: 2 Tbsp Gochujang, 2.5 Tbsp corn syrup, 1.2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1.2 Tbsp minced garlic, and 1 Tbsp sesame oil.
Step 4
Add 4 tablespoons of water to the sauce mixture to adjust its consistency.
Step 5
Whisk all the sauce ingredients together thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until well combined and there are no lumps. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer until it reduces by about half (approximately 3-5 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Step 6
Once the sauce has thickened, add the mayonnaise-coated dried shredded squid. Stir-fry over medium-low heat, being careful not to burn the sauce, until the squid is evenly coated.
Step 7
Continue to stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes, ensuring the sauce evenly coats the squid with a glossy finish. Finally, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and give it one last quick toss to enhance the nutty aroma.
Step 8
Transfer the finished stir-fried dried shredded squid to a serving plate. This delicious dish is perfect as a side for rice or a lunchbox addition!
