Nanohana and Squid with Gochujang Recipe

Name: Nanohana and Squid with Gochujang
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch Nanohana; 1/2 Squid (torso); 1 tbsp Japanese leek (finely chopped); 1/2 tsp Garlic (grated); 4 tsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Gochujang; 2 tsp Rice vinegar; 1 tbsp Lemon juice; 2 tsp plus Raw cane sugar (or regular sugar); 1/2 tbsp Ground sesame seeds; 1/2 to 1 tablespoon Sesame oil

Servings: persons

1 bunch Nanohana
1/2 Squid (torso)
1 tbsp Japanese leek (finely chopped)
1/2 tsp Garlic (grated)
4 tsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Gochujang
2 tsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Lemon juice
2 tsp plus Raw cane sugar (or regular sugar)
1/2 tbsp Ground sesame seeds
1/2 to 1 tablespoon Sesame oil

1
Make the gochujang sauce.
2
Combine the ingredients in the listed order.
3
You can store it in the refrigerator for a few days.
4
Cut 5 mm off the stem ends of the nanohana.
5
Soak in lukewarm water for a while then drain.
6
This makes them firm and crisp even after they are boiled.
7
Bring plenty of water to a boil in a pot and add salt.
8
Quickly blanch the peeled squid in the boiling water first and take it out to strain out the water.
9
When it has cooled down, cut into 5 mm thick, 3-4 cm long pieces.
10
Boil the nanohana in the Step 3 boiling water.
11
Put the stem ends in first, then push the rest in and boil quickly.
12
Strain and refresh in cold water immediately.
13
Squeeze out excess water.
14
Cut the Step 4 nanohana into 4 cm long pieces.
15
Slice the thick parts of the stems in half lengthwise.
16
Put the Step 3 squid and Step 5 nanohana in a bowl.
17
Add some of the Step 1 gochujang sauce.
18
Transfer to serving plates and it's done.
19
You can add some additional ground sesame seeds (not listed) on top if you like.

136

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch Nanohana, 1/2 Squid (torso), 1 tbsp Japanese leek (finely chopped), 1/2 tsp Garlic (grated), and more.

Yes, Nanohana and Squid with Gochujang 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.

Nanohana and Squid with Gochujang

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