Five-Spice Crisp-Fried Squid Recipe

Name: Five-Spice Crisp-Fried Squid
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds cleaned squid, bodies cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, tentacles halved; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 cup cornstarch; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder; 1 or 2 serrano chiles, split lengthwise and sliced thinly crosswise; Cilantro sprigs, for garnish; Lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds cleaned squid, bodies cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, tentacles halved
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup cornstarch
⅛ teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 or 2 serrano chiles, split lengthwise and sliced thinly crosswise
Cilantro sprigs, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

1
Rinse squid well in cold water, then drain well and pat dry with kitchen towels.
2
Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a wok or cast-iron pan.
3
Adjust heat to maintain 375 degrees.
4
In a medium bowl, stir together cornstarch, cayenne, salt, black pepper and five-spice powder.
5
Set bowl near stove.
6
Dip squid pieces into cornstarch mixture, one by one, and immediately slip carefully into hot oil.
7
Let fry, making sure not to crowd the pan.
8
(Use 2 pans or work in batches if necessary.)
9
Turn pieces with tongs to ensure even cooking.
10
When squid is lightly browned, after about 2 minutes, remove pieces and blot on paper towels.
11
Transfer squid to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chiles.
12
Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

122

kcal

Calories

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds cleaned squid, bodies cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, tentacles halved, Vegetable oil, for frying, 1 cup cornstarch, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne, and more.

Yes, Five-Spice Crisp-Fried Squid falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Five-Spice Crisp-Fried Squid

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