Squid and Celery Stir Fry
This Squid and Celery Stir Fry is a classic that is sure to please. It is quick, easy, and tasty. Perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 7 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- ½ lb celery ((225g))
- 1 lb squid ((cleaned) (450g))
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red chili ((seeded and cut into pieces))
- 2 cloves garlic ((minced))
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Shao Hsing cooking wine
- ¼ tsp ground pepper
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp corn starch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
Instructions
- 1
Cut celery sticks at a diagonal into ¼ inch thick slices. Cut open the fleshy part of the squid. Score the inside with a criss-cross pattern and cut into 1 inch strips.
- 2
Heat a large wok over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Swirl the oil around in the wok. Add celery and stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes until it is fragrant and bright green in color. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Add remaining vegetable oil to the wok. Stir fry red chili and garlic for 30 seconds.
- 4
Add squid and stir fry for 1 minute.
- 5
Add cooked celery, soy sauce, Shao Hsing cooking wine, pepper, and salt. Continue to stir fry for another 2 minutes or until squids curl.
- 6
Pour in cornstarch mixture. Stir fry until sauce thickens, about 30 seconds. Turn off the stove.
- 7
Transfer to a dish and serve immediately with steamed rice.