Spicy and Sour Squid Salad Recipe

Spicy and Sour Squid Salad is an enticing dish with rich flavors, combining the crispiness of squid, the sweet and sour taste from the dressing, and a hint of heat from fresh chili. It’s not only an ideal appetizer but also perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients Needed

To make a standard Spicy and Sour Squid Salad, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Fresh squid: 2 (about 300-400g)
• Fresh shrimp: 4-5
• Small ginger: 1
• Onion: 1
• Tomatoes: 2
• Shredded cabbage: 200g
• Fresh herbs (coriander, Thai basil): a few
• Roasted peanuts: 10
• Fresh lime: 1
• Garlic, fresh chili, sugar, good fish sauce

Spicy and Sour Squid Salad Ingredients

Steps to Make Spicy and Sour Squid Salad

Preparing the Ingredients

• Squid: Clean, remove the outer skin, cut out the eyes and ink sac. Slice the squid into bite-sized diagonal pieces, and cut the tentacles into short sections.
• Shrimp: Wash, remove the whiskers and legs.
• Onion: Slice thinly, soak in cold water to reduce the sharpness.
• Tomatoes: Cut into wedges.
• Herbs: Pick and wash, let them drain.

Boiling the Squid and Shrimp

• Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the squid and shrimp along with a few slices of ginger to remove any fishy smell.
• Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes, then remove and immediately plunge into a bowl of cold water to keep the squid crispy. For the shrimp, peel and let them drain.

Making the Dressing

In a small bowl, mix together:

• 4 tablespoons of good fish sauce
• 4 tablespoons of sugar
• 4 tablespoons of lime juice
• 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh chili
• 1 teaspoon of crushed ginger

Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Mixing the Salad

• Place the drained squid and shrimp in a large bowl, drizzle half of the dressing over them, and toss well to coat.
• Add the onion, roasted peanuts, scallions, and tomatoes to the bowl, gently mix.
• Finally, add the shredded cabbage and fresh herbs, and continue to mix with the remaining dressing.

Spicy and Sour Squid Salad

Final Product and Enjoyment

A standard Spicy and Sour Squid Salad should have an appealing color, crispy squid that’s well-seasoned. When eating, you’ll taste a harmonious blend of sweet and sour, a mild spiciness on the tongue, and the distinctive aroma of the herbs.

To enhance the flavor, you can sprinkle some crushed roasted peanuts on top and serve with shrimp crackers or toasted rice crackers.

Conclusion

With the detailed guide on how to make Spicy and Sour Squid Salad above, we hope you’ve grasped the secrets to preparing this dish at home. Try it out and share your results with us! Don’t forget to follow “Sổ Tay Món Ăn” for more delicious cooking recipes.

References:

• Original recipe from noitrotaigia.com
• Cooking tips from Vietnamese culinary experts