Keto Spicy Squid
Keto Spicy Squid is a fiery and savory Korean snack that tantalizes your taste buds with its bold flavors and chewy texture. Perfect for a low-carb diet, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it an ideal appetizer or side dish.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
220 kcal
Ingredients
- Squid (cleaned and sliced) - 300 grams
- Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
- Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Green onion (sliced) - 2 stalks
- Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - to taste
- Pepper - to taste
Steps
- Heat the sesame oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to high and add the sliced squid to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the squid is cooked through and opaque.
- Add the gochugaru, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir well to coat the squid evenly with the sauce.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and black sesame seeds.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
Tags
KoreanKetoSnack