Squid And Celery Stir Fry Recipe

Name: Squid And Celery Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound squid (with or without tentacles) ..... cleaned and skinned; 2 cups boiling water; 1 celery stalk ..... slice 1/4 inch diagonal; some celery leaves (optional); 1 small garlic clove ..... minced; small pieces ginger (about 1/4 tsp)..... minced; 2 teaspoons sake (you can substitute with dry white vermouth, dry sherry or chicken stock); 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1/8 (or more) teaspoons salt; pepper; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

Servings: persons

1/4 pound squid (with or without tentacles) ..... cleaned and skinned
2 cups boiling water
1 celery stalk ..... slice 1/4 inch diagonal
some celery leaves (optional)
1 small garlic clove ..... minced
small pieces ginger (about 1/4 tsp)..... minced
2 teaspoons sake (you can substitute with dry white vermouth, dry sherry or chicken stock)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/8 (or more) teaspoons salt
pepper
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

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["With a kitchen scissor or a knife, cut one side of the squid to open it. With the tip of a very sharp knife, score the squid diagonally (1/16"" - 1/8"" intervals). Do not cut all the way through. Turn the squid 90 degrees and score the squid diagonally again to make a criss-cross pattern. Cut the squid into bite size pieces and spread on a colander. Place the colander in the sink.", "Pour boiling water over the squid and drain well (or boil water in a pot and blanch the squid in the hot boiling water for a few seconds and drain).", "Heat oil in a fry pan on high heat. Add garlic and ginger and saute until fragrant without burning them -- about 30 seconds.", "Add the celery and the squid and saute about 2 minutes or less. Add celery leaves and toss.", "Add sake, soy sauce, salt and pepper and stir well.", "Drizzle sesame oil around the pan and stir one more time and remove from the heat. Plate and serve."]

1143

kcal

Calories

126

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1/4 pound squid (with or without tentacles) ..... cleaned and skinned, 2 cups boiling water, 1 celery stalk ..... slice 1/4 inch diagonal, some celery leaves (optional), and more.

Yes, Squid And Celery Stir Fry 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.

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Squid And Celery Stir Fry

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Variations & substitutions

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