Ika Salad Recipe
Ika salad Recipe is a light and tasty seafood dish. It comes from Japan and is made with squid and fresh vegetables.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Pot for boiling
- Strainer
- Tongs
- Measuring cups
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 medium squid cleaned and cut
- 1/2 cup cucumber thin slices
- 1/4 cup red onion thin slices
- 1/4 cup carrots thin strips
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Boil water in a pot.
- Put squid in the water for 1 minute.
- Take it out and put it in ice water.
- Drain and dry with a towel.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and sugar.
- Stir until sugar is mixed well.
- Put squid, cucumber, onion, and carrots in a bowl.
- Pour the dressing over everything and mix.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve.
Notes
- Do not cook squid too long, or it will be hard.
- Use fresh squid for the best taste.
- Let the salad chill for 15 minutes before eating.
- Add more vinegar or soy sauce if you like.
- If you like spicy food, add chili flakes.