Crisp Breadcrumbed Squid with Creamy Ponzu Dressing and Chinese Leaf Salad

Hot crisp breaded squid rings served with a tangy citrus dressing and a fresh, crunchy Chinese leaf salad.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 710.1 kcals 2840.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 23.9 grams 95.5 grams
Fat 56.2 grams 224.8 grams
Protein 28.1 grams 112.2 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
2
piece
Eggs
beaten
2
piece
Eggs
yolks only
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
segmented
1
piece
Lime
juice only
GrainsCereals
75
g
Plain Flour
for dredging
75
g
Panko Breadcrumbs
Japanese style
Liquids
2
tsp
NutsSeeds
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
0.5
tsp
1
pinch
2
tbsp
Mint
very finely shredded
OilsFats
200
ml
Vegetable Oil
for dressing
1
tbsp
Sesame Oil
toasted
2
tbsp
Vegetable Oil
for salad
Seafood
4
piece
Squid
cleaned and sliced into 5mm thick rings
Vegetables
200
g
Chinese Leaf
finely shredded
0.5
piece
Red Onion
very finely sliced

Steps

  • Heat a deep fat fryer or heavy-based pan of vegetable oil to 190°C.
  • Season the flour with salt and black pepper.
  • Dredge the squid rings thoroughly in the seasoned flour.
  • Dip squid rings into beaten eggs and then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
  • Fry squid rings in batches for two minutes until golden-brown.
  • Remove squid with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Purée all dressing ingredients except vegetable oil in a processor.
  • Gradually add oil to the processor until a thin mayonnaise forms.
  • Adjust seasoning and add extra yuzu juice if desired.
  • Mix Chinese leaf, red onion, and mint in a bowl.
  • Whisk vinegar, sesame oil, vegetable oil, and lime juice together.
  • Pour dressing over the leaves and toss well.
  • Serve squid drizzled with ponzu dressing alongside the salad.