Fiery Spicy Squid Spaghetti
A 2-serving squid spaghetti stir-fried spicy with chili oil, gochujang, and anchovy broth.
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This spicy noodle dish stir-fries squid and Cheongyang chili peppers in chili oil, coated in a savory gochujang and ketchup base. Anchovy broth is poured in to bring out deep umami, and tossing the boiled spaghetti noodles in oil keeps them chewy without getting soggy.
- Servings
- 2 servings
- Cook time
- 10 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Spiciness
- Very spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Squid1/2 whole (body tube)
- Onion1/4
- Enoki mushrooms1/2 pack
- Cheongyang chili pepper (hot green chili)1-2
- Spaghetti noodles160 g
- Chili oil2 tbsp
Sauce
- Anchovy broth1 cup
- Minced garlic1 tsp
- Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)2 tbsp
- Ketchup2 tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce1 tbsp
- Sugar1 tsp
- Ground black peppera little
- I only used squid, but feel free to add shrimp, clam meat, or ham if you have them.
- For kids or anyone who dislikes spicy food, use bell pepper instead of Cheongyang chili peppers, and feel free to use other mushrooms or vegetables.
- 80g of noodles is standard for 1 serving, but use 100g if you want a generous portion.
Steps
1. I only used squid, but feel free to add shrimp, clam meat, or ham if you have them.
Finely chop the onion and Cheongyang chili peppers, and roughly chop the enoki mushrooms.
For kids or anyone who dislikes spicy food, use bell pepper instead of Cheongyang chili peppers, and feel free to use other mushrooms or vegetables.
2. Boil the spaghetti noodles in boiling water for 10 minutes. (80g of noodles is standard for 1 serving, but use 100g if you want a generous portion.)
3. Once the noodles are cooked, simply drain the water and do not rinse them. If you toss them with oil, the noodles won't get soggy and will stay chewy.
4. Combine all the sauce ingredients except the garlic and mix well.
5. Heat a pan, drizzle with 2 tbsp of chili oil, and add the minced garlic and onion to release their aroma (over medium heat).
6. Add the squid and Cheongyang chili peppers and stir-fry briefly.
7. Pour in 1 cup of anchovy broth...
8. Once it comes to a boil...
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9. Add the sauce...
10. Add the enoki mushrooms as well and let it simmer.
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11. Once the ingredients and sauce have melded together, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt.
I didn't add any extra salt because it suited my taste just fine.
12. Add the noodles to the sauce and toss everything together.
Ppunwife's tips
- Once the noodles are cooked, simply drain the water and do not rinse them. If you toss them with oil, the noodles won't get soggy and will stay chewy.
- If you like cheese, sprinkle some Parmesan cheese or pizza cheese on top before eating.
FAQ
How can I reduce the spiciness?
If you cannot eat spicy food well or are serving children, simply substitute bell pepper for the Cheongyang chili pepper.
How do I prevent the boiled noodles from sticking together?
After draining the cooked noodles, do not rinse them with water; toss them with a little oil instead to keep them chewy and prevent them from getting soggy.
Can I add other seafood or ingredients besides squid?
Yes, adding shrimp, clam meat, or ham according to your preference works wonderfully.
What toppings pair well with the finished spaghetti?
Sprinkling Parmesan cheese powder or shredded pizza cheese over the top adds a delicious, savory richness.
