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Cabbage and Squid Stir Fry

Cabbage and Squid Stir Fry: A Quick Flavor Explosion

Experience a quick flavor explosion with this Cabbage and Squid Stir Fry, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 pound Squid cleaned and cut into rings
  • 4 cups Cabbage or bok choy/napa cabbage for variety
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce preferably low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin or a mix of sake and sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or substitute with honey/coconut sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Cornstarch or use arrowroot powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chilies fresh or dried according to spice preference
For Serving
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice for added flavor

Equipment

  • Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating your wok over high heat for about 2-3 minutes until it's smoking hot.
  2. Add the cleaned squid rings to the hot wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until opaque and slightly curled.
  3. Toss in the sliced cabbage, stirring well for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted but crunchy.
  4. Mix together the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce over the squid and cabbage mixture in the wok, and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until well coated.
  6. Taste the stir-fry, adjust seasoning if necessary, and garnish with cilantro or lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with steamed jasmine rice or garlic noodles for a wholesome meal. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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