Delicious and Appealing Lemongrass and Chili Fried Squid Recipe

Lemongrass and chili fried squid is always a top choice for many families due to its rich flavor and simple preparation. Let’s explore the perfect recipe with “Sổ Tay Món Ăn” to create this wonderful dish!

Necessary Ingredients

To prepare lemongrass and chili fried squid, you will need the following ingredients:

• Fresh squid: 500g
• Lemongrass: 3 stalks
• Bird’s eye chili: 2 pieces
• Scallions: 2 stalks
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Ginger: 1 small piece
• Chili paste: 1-2 teaspoons
• Turmeric powder: 1 teaspoon
• Basic seasonings: Cooking oil, seasoning powder, salt, ground pepper

Ingredients for lemongrass and chili fried squid
Fresh ingredients enhance the dish’s appeal

Steps to Follow

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

• Lemongrass: Remove the tough outer layers, rinse, and slice thinly.
• Bird’s eye chili: Rinse, slice one chili, and mince the other.
• Scallions: Rinse and cut into short sections.
• Garlic and ginger: Peel and mince.
• Squid: Clean and rinse with white wine to remove any fishy smell. Then, lightly score the squid and cut into bite-sized pieces.

Marinate the squid with minced garlic, julienned ginger, minced chili, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, and a pinch of ground pepper. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Preparing the ingredients
Thoroughly preparing the squid prevents any fishy taste

Step 2: Frying the Squid with Lemongrass and Chili

• Heat cooking oil in a pan, fry the sliced lemongrass until golden and crispy, then remove and set aside.
• Continue using the same pan, add minced garlic and fry until fragrant, then add the marinated squid and fry over high heat.
• When the squid is almost cooked, add the fried lemongrass, sliced chili, and chili paste, and stir well. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
• Finally, add the chopped scallions, turn off the heat, and serve the dish on a plate.

Frying the squid with lemongrass and chili
Finished lemongrass and chili fried squid with vibrant colors

Final Product and Enjoyment

The lemongrass and chili fried squid has a distinctive flavor from the combination of the natural sweetness of the squid, the aromatic lemongrass, and the spicy chili. You can enjoy it with hot rice or as a snack during family gatherings.

Enjoying lemongrass and chili fried squid
Enjoying the delicious, non-fishy lemongrass and chili fried squid

Helpful Tips for Preparation

• Choose fresh squid: Look for squid that is bright in color, firm, not slimy, and without a fishy smell.
• Fry the lemongrass before cooking to enhance the dish’s aroma and appeal.
• Do not overcook the squid to avoid it becoming tough and to maintain its natural crispiness.

We hope that with the detailed recipe above, you can easily prepare delicious lemongrass and chili fried squid for your family. Try it out today and don’t forget to share your results with us!

Wishing you success and enjoyable meals!