Mel’s Salt & Pepper Squid

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0
Mel's Salt & Pepper Squid is a delicious seafood dish with a spicy kick
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 -20 small dried red chilies ( optional )
3 tablespoons sea salt
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
2 tablespoons szechuan peppercorns
500 g rice flour ( or tempura flour , I used tempura batter instead )
1 kg squid , tubes cut in half so it flat , then into strips . they will curl in the oil
500 ml peanut oil
2 tablespoons coriander , chopped ( I do n't add this )
2 limes ( cut in half for squeezing , I do n't add this either , but it would be nice ! ! ! ! ! )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
350
Sugar
1g
Fat
17g
Mel's Salt & Pepper Squid is a popular seafood dish that originates from Chinese cuisine. The dish features crispy, deep-fried squid strips that are coated in a spice mixture of dried chilies, sea salt, black peppercorns, and Szechuan peppercorns. The squid's texture is tender and the spice mixture enhances its flavor, making it a mouth-watering dish that can be enjoyed on its own or with rice. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers who enjoy a bit of spice in their food.

Instructions

1.In a mortar and pestle, crush the dried chilies, sea salt, black peppercorns, and Szechuan peppercorns until coarsely ground.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the rice flour and the spice mixture.
3.Dip the squid strips into the mixture, making sure they are fully coated.
4.In a wok or heavy-bottomed pan, heat the peanut oil over high heat until it reaches 180°C/350°F.
5.Fry the squid strips in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
6.Drain the squid on a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with chopped coriander.
7.Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

PROS

Mel’s Salt & Pepper Squid is a deliciously crispy and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course.

The spice mixture provides a spicy kick that enhances the taste of the squid.

CONS

Deep-fried foods like this dish can be high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Squid is an excellent source of protein, low in fat, and rich in vitamins and minerals that promote good health.
The dish’s spice mixture can aid in reducing inflammation in the body.

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