Fried Squid with Pineapple (Muc Xao Thom)

This tangy and sweet dish is perfect served over fluffy white rice. Be sure and not to overcook the squid or it will become tough.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 330 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons fish sauce
• 4 stalks celery, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 1 onion, cut into wedges
• ½ fresh pineapple - peeled, cored and chopped
• 2 pounds squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2 inch rings

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium high heat, heat the and the garlic. Fry until garlic is golden brown.

Step 2

Add onion and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add squid and cook until they just turn white (do not overcook). Add the pineapple, celery, fish sauce, sugar and pepper. Stir fry for 2 minutes.