Cumin Squid

Deliciously fragrant, unforgettable, and easy to make.

Senny

2 min read

Cumin squid is a dish that combines various spices with delicious squid, becoming a favorite among many due to its unique taste and aroma. The freshness of the squid and the fragrance of cumin intertwine, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

  • Squid

  • cumin powder

  • white sesame seeds

  • chili flakes

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

  1. Boil fresh squid in water with sliced scallions and cooking wine. After 1 minute, remove and wash. Cut into sections and set aside.

  2. Heat a pan with cold oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in the squid and stir-fry for a moment. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, half a tablespoon of dark soy sauce, and a little bit of sugar. Stir-fry evenly.

  3. Add cumin powder, white sesame seeds, and chili flakes. Stir-fry evenly over high heat. Before serving, sprinkle with a little chopped scallion. Done!

👉🏻✨TIPS

  • Choose fresh squid with a smooth surface, bright color, and firm, elastic meat.

  • Stir-frying over high heat is key to retaining the tender texture of the squid.

  • Cumin is the core seasoning for this dish, significantly enhancing the squid's flavor.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

  • Cumin squid is not only delicious but also helps treat indigestion and stomachaches caused by cold. As a seasoning, cumin can also add flavor to the dish and stimulate appetite.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL

  • Squid is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, especially calcium, phosphorus, iron, selenium, potassium, and sodium. These nutrients are beneficial for bone development and hematopoiesis, and squid also contains high levels of zinc, second only to oysters.