Mực Xào Chua Ngọt

Mực Xào Chua Ngọt is a vibrant Vietnamese dish featuring tender squid stir-fried with a tangy and sweet sauce, complemented by fresh vegetables. This Kosher adaptation ensures all ingredients align with dietary laws while retaining the dish's authentic flavors.

Ingredients

• Squid (cleaned and sliced) - 200 grams
• Bell pepper (sliced) - 1 medium
• Carrot (sliced) - 1 medium
• Onion (sliced) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (minced) - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (Kosher) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced onions and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they become translucent.
4. Incorporate the sliced bell pepper and carrot into the pan, stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Add the squid to the pan, cooking for 2-3 minutes until it turns opaque.
6. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the sauce.
7. Pour the sauce over the squid and vegetables, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, essential for muscle building and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from vegetables, which help fight inflammation.

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