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Spicy Gochujang Squid Rice Bowl

Tender squid tossed in a fiery gochujang-sesame glaze and served over warm rice. Ready in under 25 minutes with addictive umami depth and textural snap.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
28g
Spicy Gochujang Squid Rice Bowl
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb squid, cleaned and cut into rings
  • 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 tbsp scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (white or black)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Stir gochujang, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and 2 tbsp water in a bowl until smooth.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add squid rings and cook without stirring for 2 minutes until edges curl and edges brown.

  4. 4

    Stir squid, then pour in gochujang glaze and toss constantly for 1 minute until coated.

  5. 5

    Divide rice between 2 bowls and top with squid and glaze.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle scallions and sesame seeds over top. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • small bowl
  • spoon or spatula
  • serving bowl

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