Vegetarian Salt and Pepper Squid
Experience a plant-based twist on a beloved classic with this Vegetarian Salt and Pepper Squid recipe! Tender king oyster mushrooms are transformed into crispy, golden rings that mimic the texture of squid, coated in a delectable blend of rice flour, cornstarch, and aromatic spices like Chinese five-spice powder. Lightly fried to perfection, the mushrooms are then tossed with fragrant garlic, green onions, and spicy red chili for an irresistible flavor kick. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect as an appetizer or side dish, this vegan-friendly recipe doesn’t compromise on taste or texture. Whether you’re catering to vegetarians or simply exploring new flavors, this creative take on salt and pepper squid is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams king oyster mushrooms
- 100 grams rice flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 red chili
- 3 cloves garlic
Directions
Step 1
Clean the king oyster mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice them into thick rings approximately 1 cm thick, discarding the ends.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, cornstarch, sea salt, black pepper, white pepper, and Chinese five-spice powder.
Step 3
In a large deep frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
Step 4
While the oil is heating, finely chop the green onions, red chili, and garlic and set aside.
Step 5
Dredge each mushroom slice in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating, and shake off any excess.
Step 6
Carefully place a few coated mushroom slices into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Transfer the fried mushroom slices to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil.
Step 8
Once all the mushroom slices are fried, carefully remove most of the oil from the pan, leaving about 2 tablespoons.
Step 9
Lower the heat to medium, and add the chopped garlic, green onions, and red chili to the pan, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 10
Return the fried mushroom slices to the pan, tossing them with the sautéed aromatics to coat evenly and heat through.
Step 11
Serve the Vegetarian Salt and Pepper 'Squid' immediately as an appetizer or a side dish, garnished with additional chopped green onions or fresh chili slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1126.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4544.7 |
| Total Fat 445.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 284.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4687.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 163.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.1g | |
| Protein 20.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1623.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories