Andaman squid fry
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Rings of fresh squid tossed with onion, chilli, curry leaves and pepper and fried quickly so they stay tender.
Region: Andaman and Nicobar IslandsOccasion: Snack or side dishTime: 30 minServes: 4Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
- 500 g squid, cleaned and cut in rings
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- ½ tsp turmeric and 1 tsp red chilli powder
- 1 tsp black pepper, crushed
- A sprig of curry leaves and 2 green chillies
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- Salt to taste
Method
- Mix the squid with turmeric, chilli powder, ginger-garlic paste and salt.
- Heat coconut oil, add curry leaves and green chillies, then the onion. Fry until golden.
- Add the squid on high heat and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes only, so it does not turn rubbery.
- Add pepper and lime juice, toss and serve hot.
History
Squid is caught by island fishers and sold fresh in local markets.
Significance
Quick seafood fries like this are common in island homes and in beach-side eateries.