Stir-Fried Squid With Basil And Garlic

1. 1

   Dry the squid well. Cut vertically through the group of tentacles if it is large, otherwise leave whole.

2. 2

   Cut the squid body into rectangles, diamonds, or squares with no pieces being larger than 1 inch.

3. 3

   If the basil leaves are large, chop to about the same size pieces as the squid.

4. 4

   Mix the squid and basil together.

5. 5

   Heat wok or large skillet over high heat.

6. 6

   Lower the heat to medium, then add the peanut oil.

7. 7

   Swirl the oil and add the garlic. Stir once and return the heat to high before adding the squid-basil mixture.

8. 8

   Stir and add the red pepper. Stir frequently until the squid becomes opaque, less than one minute.

9. 9

   Begin tasting the squid and keep tasting until tender, about 1-3 minutes more. Add salt to taste.

10. 10

    Serve over rice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.