calamari - korean-style

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Updated on Dec 27, 2020

A fun Korean recipe that may stretch your cooking horizons. I can find squid at a local Italian Market, but you could also find it an Asian market (or maybe even a larger grocery store). Enjoy!

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prep time 30 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stir-Fry
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 5-6 ounces squid (6 baby squid)
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine
  • 2 tablespoons korean gochujang paste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • few dash asian sesame oil
  • 3 teaspoons peanut or other flavorless oil
  • 1 large handful fresh baby corn, or green beans, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
  • 6 thin or 3 fat scallions, sliced

How To Make calamari - korean-style

  • Step 1
    Cook the sushi rice per the package directions.
  • Step 2
    Squeeze out any tentacles out of the squid bodies. Next, slice the calamari into rings and put them into a bowl with the tentacles and the rice wine. Let them sit for about 15 minutes. Then, strain the liquid while reserving the liquid in a bowl.
  • Step 3
    In the same bowl, add the Korean gochujang paste, soy sauce, sugar, a few dashes of sesame oil, and mix it up to combine.
  • Step 4
    Heat a wok (or large pan) on med-high heat. When it's hot, add the peanut oil. Next, add the sliced corn (or beans) and scallions and stir-fry for approx. 2 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Now add the drained squid and stir-fry for another minute or two, or until the squid turns opaque.
  • Step 6
    Put the sauce into the hot pan and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until heated. Divide between 2 bowls of the warm sushi rice and enjoy this Korean treat!

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