Two Flavors of Dried Shredded Squid: Soy Sauce & Gochujang
Two Flavors of Dried Shredded Squid: Soy Sauce & Gochujang
Super Simple Side Dish! Sweet & Savory Soy Sauce Dried Squid and Spicy & Sweet Gochujang Dried Squid, Loved by Kids Too
Make two delicious and simple varieties of dried shredded squid, perfect for storing in the refrigerator for a long time. They’re great as a side dish with rice or as a snack for kids!
Basic Ingredients- 140g dried shredded squid (jinmi-chae)
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 pinch roasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 140g of dried shredded squid (jinmi-chae). Place the squid in a bowl and rinse it briefly under hot water for about 10 seconds. This helps to soften any tough parts and remove impurities. Squeeze out any excess water thoroughly. Then, add 1 Tbsp of mayonnaise and mix well by gently squeezing and folding the squid. Pre-mixing with mayonnaise helps the seasoning adhere better and maintains a tender texture.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the soy sauce-based seasoning. In a small pot or pan, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, and 1/2 Tbsp plum extract. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Once it starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low.
Step 3
When the soy sauce seasoning is simmering, add half of the mayonnaise-coated squid (about 70g) to the pan. Stir-fry quickly for about 1-2 minutes, ensuring the seasoning coats the squid evenly. Finally, drizzle in 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil and sprinkle with roasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish. This completes the savory soy sauce jinmi-chae. Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving dish.
Step 4
Next, let’s prepare the gochujang-based seasoning. You can use the same pot or pan from before, or a clean one. Add 1 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, and 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce to the pan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once it starts to boil, reduce the heat to low.
Step 5
When the gochujang seasoning is simmering, add the remaining jinmi-chae (about 70g) and stir-fry quickly. Similar to the soy sauce version, cook for about 1-2 minutes until the seasoning is evenly distributed. Finish by drizzling with 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil and sprinkling with roasted sesame seeds to create the spicy and sweet gochujang jinmi-chae. Once well-cooked, turn off the heat and place it in a separate dish.
Step 6
And there you have it – two delicious flavors of jinmi-chae: the sweet and savory soy sauce version and the spicy and sweet gochujang version! Let them cool slightly, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for several weeks and make for a wonderfully convenient side dish. Enjoy!
