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Squid and Bok Choy Stir Fry

Savory Squid and Bok Choy Stir Fry for a Quick Dinner Fix

Enjoy a delicious and healthy Squid and Bok Choy Stir Fry, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 lb Squid fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups Baby Bok Choy or other leafy greens
  • 1 Dried Chili Pepper adjust spice level to taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Minced Ginger
For the Marinade & Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine or dry sherry for gluten-free
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch for thickening
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • wok
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Clean and slice the squid into thin rings and marinate with Shaoxing wine and salt for 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, brown sugar, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Blanch the squid in boiling water for 30-40 seconds until opaque, then drain and pat dry.
  4. Heat peanut oil in a skillet, add dried chili, garlic, and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add baby bok choy and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still bright green.
  6. Pour the sauce over bok choy and add the blanched squid, stir for 30 seconds to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate the squid properly to enhance flavor. Avoid overcooking for a tender texture. Customize with other greens.

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