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Deep Fried Squid in Coriander
and Pepper Batter
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| Ingredients |
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2lb cleaned Squid |
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Vegetable oil for deep frying |
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Batter: |
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1oz corn flour |
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½ tsp of salt |
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Ground black pepper |
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1 tsp oil |
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2 egg whites |
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2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander |
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To Serve: |
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1 tbsp sesame oil |
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1 red chilli, thinly chopped |
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1 clove of garlic, sliced |
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1 piece of root ginger, peeled and chopped |
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4 spring onions, thinly sliced |
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Wedges of lime to serve |
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| Method |
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Open the squid out flat by slicing in half lengthways, cut into 1 by 2 inch slices. |
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Make the batter, sift the corn flour, salt and pepper together in a small bowl, make a well and gradually incorporate the egg and oil to form a batter, stir in the chopped coriander. |
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Heat the vegetable oil to150o; dip the squid into the batter and deep fry for 1- 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. |
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Meanwhile heat the sesame oil in a frying pan add chilli, garlic, ginger and spring onions fry for a few seconds, sprinkle the chilli mixture over the deep fried squid. |
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Alternatively you can substitute the squid for scallops or prawns. |
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