Crispy Batter Meets Squid: Tips for Making a Soy Dipping Sauce for Fried Squid

Fried squid is prepared much like other fried foods. However, its use of a soy dipping sauce sets it apart from other fried dishes that use sauces such as those served with fried shrimp. Both fresh and frozen squid work well. Let’s look more closely at the recipe and tips for making delicious fried squid.

Savory and Crispy: A Fried Squid Recipe with Various Ingredients

First, let's look at the basic fried squid recipe (for 2 servings). Prepare 1 squid (240g) as the main ingredient, frying powder (a little), and 4 cups (800ml) of cooking oil. For sub-ingredients, prepare 3 handfuls (150g) of arugula, a little balsamic glaze, batter (1 cup (100g) frying powder, 1 1/2 tablespoons (15g) Parmesan cheese (powdered), 1 teaspoon (1g) parsley powder, 1/2 cup (100ml) ice water), 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon oil, 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice, 1/2 tablespoon (5g) honey, a little salt, and pepper (a little ground pepper).

Insert your hand into the body of the squid and pull out the entrails. Cut the connection between the entrails and the legs and discard the entrails. Slice the body into ring shapes and the legs into 5cm lengths. Wipe the moisture from the squid with a paper towel and sprinkle a little frying powder to coat evenly.

Put the batter ingredients in a bowl and stir with a whisk so that they are mixed without clumping. Add the squid and coat it with the batter. Pour cooking oil into a pot and heat it to 170˚C. Add the squid and fry until golden brown. Wash the arugula under running water and drain it in a sieve. (If arugula is hard to find, you can use other vegetables instead.) Mix the lemon juice, honey, salt and pepper in a bowl, then add the lemon oil and combine. (Extra-virgin olive oil can be used instead of lemon oil.) Arrange the fried squid and arugula on a serving plate and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve with the lemon sauce prepared earlier to complete the dish. Soy Dipping Sauce to Enhance Fried Squid: How Can You Add More Heat? Although fried squid can be dipped in the lemon sauce described above, it is also commonly eaten with a soy dipping sauce. Combining about 20 g of onion, 2 spoonfuls of soy sauce and 3 spoonfuls of cooking wine makes a savory, salty dipping sauce. For more heat, add Cheongyang chili peppers or sprinkle in chili powder. [FamTimes = Reporter Hong Seung-beom]