Spicy Fried Squid with Vegetables and Red Chili
Spicy Fried Squid with Vegetables and Red Chili is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that’s crispy, tender, and full of heat. Fresh squid rings are lightly coated, fried until golden, then tossed with sautéed garlic, red chili, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for a spicy appetizer or a light seafood meal ready in minutes!
Ingredients
- 500 g about 1 lb fresh squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 1 red chili thinly sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper sliced
- 1 small onion sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Oil for deep frying vegetable or canola oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Squid: Pat the squid dry with paper towels.
- Mix Coating: In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.
- Coat Squid: Toss squid rings in the flour mixture until fully coated. Shake off any extra flour.
- Heat Oil: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry Squid: Fry squid in small batches for 1–2 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on a wire rack.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of oil. Add garlic, red chili, onion, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Combine: Toss the crispy squid with the sautéed vegetables quickly in the pan.
- Serve: Plate the dish while it's still hot and crispy, and garnish it with fresh lemon wedges on the side for a bright, zesty finish. The lemon adds a fresh kick that balances the spice and enhances the squid’s flavor.