Easy Thai Squid Salad Recipe: A Flavorful Delight

If you’re looking for a delicious, unique, and refreshing salad for the whole family, try this Thai squid salad recipe. With the natural sweetness of squid and fresh vegetables blended with the rich, spicy flavor of the dressing, this signature dish from the “land of a thousand smiles” will leave your family with unforgettable tastes.

In this article, we’ll guide you through a detailed recipe for making Thai squid salad at home, ensuring you can easily prepare and enjoy this wonderful dish. Let’s discover it together with [Sổ Tay Món Ăn]!

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make Thai squid salad, you’ll need to prepare the following ingredients:

• 400g (approx. 14 oz) squid tubes
• 200g (approx. 7 oz) carrots
• 200g (approx. 7 oz) cucumbers
• 10 stalks lemongrass
• 1 large red chili (Thai bird’s eye chili for more heat, if preferred)
• 1 fresh ginger root
• 100g (approx. 3.5 oz) butter lettuce
• 2 fresh limes
• 1 head of garlic
• Seasonings: salt, sugar, fish sauce, MSG (optional)…

Fresh squid tubes for a delicious salad

How to Make Thai Squid Salad

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

• Carrots: Peel, wash thoroughly, and julienne into strips about 1 cm thick, then cut into 4-5 cm long pieces.
• Cucumbers: Cut off the ends, peel, wash thoroughly, quarter lengthwise, remove seeds, then cut into 4-5 cm long pieces.
• Lemongrass: Remove old outer layers, wash thoroughly. Take half of the lemongrass, bruise it, and cut into 5 cm pieces. Thinly slice the remaining half.
• Lettuce: Clean, soak in diluted salt water for about 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and drain.
• Ginger: Scrape off the skin, wash thoroughly, then julienne into thin strips.
• Squid tubes: Choose fresh ones. Rinse the squid with diluted salt water, then rinse again with clean water and drain. Next, cut the squid into bite-sized pieces and steam.

Step 2: Steam the Squid

Prepare a steamer. Arrange the bruised lemongrass at the bottom, place the squid tubes on top, then sprinkle the julienned ginger over the squid and cover to steam. Once the squid is cooked, immediately transfer it to an ice bath to make it crispier and more tender. Soak for about 3 minutes, then remove and drain.

Step 3: Make the Salad Dressing

In a clean bowl, combine the following ingredients and seasonings: 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon lime juice, ½ teaspoon MSG (optional), ½ teaspoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon minced chili. Stir well until all the seasonings are dissolved.

Step 4: Mix the Thai Squid Salad

Prepare a clean mixing bowl. Add the squid, carrots, cucumbers, and thinly sliced lemongrass. Pour the salad dressing over the ingredients and gently toss to ensure all components are evenly coated and absorb the rich flavors.

Mixing the dressing with squid and vegetables for even flavor

After mixing, arrange the lettuce on a large serving plate, then transfer the salad on top for an appealing presentation. Serve with sweet and sour fish sauce and shrimp crackers.

Tips for Making Thai Squid Salad

• You can substitute carrots and cucumbers with green papaya or kohlrabi if you prefer.
• You can steam the squid whole and then slice it into rings for a more uniform and attractive presentation. If you don’t like squid, you can also vary the recipe by using shrimp, snails, or fish.
• When preparing the dressing, adjust the amount of seasonings (spiciness, sourness, sweetness) according to your taste preferences to achieve a perfectly flavored salad.

With these simple steps, you’ve successfully made a crispy, flavorful Thai squid salad for the whole family to enjoy. With just a little skill, you can create a delicious and unique dish at home that rivals any restaurant. We wish you success!

If you want to explore more delicious salad recipes, check out how to make shrimp and pork salad or how to make lotus stem and shrimp salad to enrich your family’s menu.