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Thai-style squid salad, a perfect combination of freshness and bold flavors, is both exotic and incredibly simple to make. Join PasGo in discovering the process of making this delectable squid salad.
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Making fresh squid salad is a breeze, achievable by any homemaker. Any gathering featuring this dish is sure to be captivating. Our family, once tired of the usual preparations like steamed, fried, and stir-fried squid, found a game-changer in this squid salad recipe. Surprisingly, everyone in the family loves this dish.
For a truly delicious squid salad, fresh and clean ingredients are essential, and the seasonings must be just right. Now, let's explore with PasGo the guide to making the perfect squid salad.
Estimated Time: 30 minutes Serving Size: 2-3 people
INGREDIENTS FOR THAI-STYLE SQUID SALAD
- 1 squid (Approximately 200g)
- 1 carrot
- 1 cucumber
- 2 lemongrass stalks
- Chili powder, fresh chili, cilantro, basil (To taste, according to preference)
- Seasonings: Fish sauce, sugar, salt, lime (To taste, according to preference)
GUIDE TO MAKING THAI-STYLE SQUID SALAD
Step 1. Prepare the squid
Clean fresh squid, cut into bite-sized rounds.
Bring water to a boil, then poach the squid with 1 lemongrass stalk and ½ teaspoon of salt to eliminate any fishy smell (Note that when cooked, the squid meat will become firm and turn white as shown in the picture). Once cooked, set the squid aside on a separate plate.
Step 2. Prepare other ingredients
Clean carrots, julienne them, and mix with ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Clean cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, remove the seeds (as the seeds can make the salad watery when squeezed), then thinly slice. Marinate the cucumber with ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Slice lemongrass into small rounds.
Clean fresh chili, finely chop it.
Finely chop cilantro and basil.
Step 3. Prepare the dressing
Mix 2 teaspoons of fish sauce, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of water until well dissolved; this is the dressing for the squid salad.
Step 4. Mix the salad
Squeeze excess water from the carrots and cucumber.
Place the squid in a large bowl, squeeze a few drops of lime onto the squid, then add the prepared ingredients: carrots, cucumber, lemongrass, chili powder, and fresh chili (Adjust the amount of chili powder and fresh chili to your taste preference to avoid making the squid salad too spicy and losing its sweet flavor).
Next, add the pre-prepared fish sauce mixture. Mix thoroughly and remember to use disposable nylon gloves for hygiene.
Finally, add the aromatic herbs, including finely chopped cilantro and basil, mix well, and season to taste.
In the end, transfer the well-mixed squid salad to a plate, ensuring it looks visually appealing.
FINISHED PRODUCT - THAI-STYLE SQUID SALAD
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There you have it, a completed Thai-style squid salad. The process is straightforward, isn't it? Thai-style squid salad offers a harmonious blend of refreshing, tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy flavors. The crunchy carrots, cucumber, combined with tender and fragrant squid, cilantro, and basil, are sure to be impressive.
Let's step into the kitchen and prepare a delicious fresh squid salad for a joyful family dinner.
PasGo wishes you success in creating the Thai-style squid salad.
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