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Savor This Quick Stir-fried Squid with Black Bean

Savor This Quick Stir-fried Squid with Black Bean Bliss

Discover the enticing flavors of this Quick Stir-fried Squid with Black Bean, a delightful seafood dish ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 300 grams Squid Ensure it's fresh and cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Can be substituted with vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Green Capsicum Sliced, use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 piece Red Chilli Sliced, adjust based on spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce Regular soy sauce works too
  • 100 ml Chicken Stock Substitute with vegetable stock for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Potato Flour Cornstarch can be used as substitute
  • 150 grams Black Beans Rinsed to reduce saltiness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, key aromatic
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Freshly grated for warmth
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped, for final touches
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional, can omit if allergic
  • 1 piece Dried Tangerine Skin Optional garnish for aroma
For Sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon White Sugar Balances flavors, can use brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Optional, can omit for non-alcoholic

Equipment

  • wok
  • Large frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
  3. Incorporate 300 grams of cleaned squid into the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Toss in 1 cup of sliced green capsicum and 1 sliced red chili. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of white sugar, then add 2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce and 100 ml of chicken stock. Mix well.
  6. Create a slurry with 1 tablespoon of potato flour and a small amount of water. Add to the wok, stirring continuously for 1 minute.
  7. Add 2 chopped green onions and 150 grams of rinsed black beans, stir for another minute.
  8. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of sesame oil if desired, garnish with dried tangerine skin, and serve immediately over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste as you cook. Rinse black beans to reduce saltiness for balance.

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