Stir-Fried Snow Peas with Golden Squid Balls
A vibrant and quick dish featuring crispy fried squid balls paired with fresh, crunchy snow peas. The peas are lightly stir-fried with a splash of cooking wine, while the squid balls are glazed with soy sauce for a savory finish.
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This simple yet satisfying dish balances the sweetness of snow peas with the rich, savory flavor of deep-fried squid balls. It comes together quickly, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Snow peas
200g
Fresh squid balls
250g
Cooking oil
For frying and sautéing
Dark soy sauce
1 tbsp
Cooking wine
1 tbsp
Instructions
1
Prep the Snow Peas
Trim the tips and strings from the snow peas. Wash them thoroughly under cold water and set aside to drain completely.
2
Fry the Squid Balls
Heat oil in a wok or deep pan over medium-high heat. Carefully add the squid balls and fry until they turn golden brown and float to the surface. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
3
Glaze the Squid Balls
Pour out the excess frying oil, leaving a small amount in the wok. Return the fried squid balls to the pan and add the dark soy sauce. Toss quickly to coat the balls evenly in the sauce, then remove them from the wok and set aside.
4
Stir-Fry the Snow Peas
Wipe the wok clean if needed and heat a fresh tablespoon of oil. Add the snow peas and cooking wine. Stir-fry over high heat until the peas are tender but still bright green and crisp.
5
Combine and Serve
Toss the glazed squid balls back into the wok with the snow peas. Give everything a quick toss to mix the flavors and serve immediately while hot.
