Baek Jong-won's Dried Chili Pepper Seasoned Squid Recipe: Perfect Korean Side Dish!

Make this incredibly simple and delicious Baek Jong-won style dried squid stir-fry (진미채 볶음), a staple side dish in Korean cuisine. The tender squid, creamy mayonnaise, and sweet and spicy sauce make it a perfect side dish that goes great with rice. It's also quick to make, perfect for busy mornings or a simple meal.

Preparing the Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

• Dried squid (오징어채): 200g
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste)(고추장): 1/3 cup (66g)
• Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)(고운 고춧가루): 1/4 cup (18g)
• Sesame oil (참기름): 3 tbsp (24g)
• Corn syrup (물엿): 1/3 cup (60g)
• Granulated sugar (황설탕): 1/4 cup (28g)
• Water (물): 1/6 cup (35g)
• Mayonnaise (마요네즈): 1/3 cup (50g)
• Sesame seeds (통깨): 3g

Making the Dried Squid Stir-fry

1. Preparing the Sauce

1. Boiling the Sauce in a Pan
Add the gochujang, gochugaru, corn syrup, sugar, and water to a pan and mix well.
2. Melting the Sugar
Once the sauce begins to boil over medium-low heat, stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
→ Turn off the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

2. Preparing the Squid

1. Softening with Mayonnaise
Add the dried squid to a large bowl and mix thoroughly with the mayonnaise.
→ Using mayonnaise makes the dried squid softer and moister.

3. Mixing the Dried Squid

1. Adding the Sauce
Pour the cooled sauce over the squid that has been mixed with mayonnaise.
2. Mixing Thoroughly
Mix thoroughly to ensure the sauce is evenly distributed.
→ Finally, sprinkle with sesame oil and sesame seeds for an extra nutty flavor.

Cooking Tips

1. Choosing the Squid
Using tender dried squid will result in a tastier dish. If the squid is too dry, you can briefly blanch it before using.
2. Adjusting the Spice Level
You can reduce the amount of gochujang or use paprika powder instead of gochugaru to make it more suitable for children.
3. Storage Tip
Store the finished dried squid stir-fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

The Charm of Korean Rice Side Dishes: Dried Squid Stir-fry

Dried squid stir-fry (진미채 볶음) is a quintessential Korean rice side dish, known for its simple yet addictive flavor. The sweet and spicy sauce, along with the creamy mayonnaise, creates a tender and moist texture that will have you devouring a bowl of rice in no time.

Try making this simple and delicious Baek Jong-won recipe today. Its versatility makes it perfect as a lunchbox side, bibimbap topping, or even a snack with drinks.

Make your Korean dinner table more abundant tonight with this delicious dried squid stir-fry!