Squid

Calomar con Chile Verde

Deep Fried Squid

Squid Balls

Squid w/Asparagus

Squid w/Green Beans

Stuffed Squid
Squid Balls ~

1½ lbs squid
¾ leek
1inch length of ginger root
2 tbsp cornstarch
oil for deep frying
1 tbsp oil
1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
oil for deep frying

Batter:
1 egg white
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp water

1.  Slit open and clean the squid in cold water.  Discard inedible parts.  

2.  Peel and finely chop the leek and ginger.

3.  Chop squid and tentacles very fine, transfer to mortar and pestle or food
processor and add 2 tbsp cornstarch.   Pound well or process until you have a
smooth (but thick) paste.  Form into small balls about 1-inch across.

4.  Blend the batter ingredients together.  Dip and coat squid balls in batter.  Fry a
few at a time in 375 degree F oil for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.  
Drain and keep hot.

5.  Empty the wok and wipe clean.  Reheat  wok, add 1 tbsp oil; add the leek and
ginger, stir fry until fragrant then add the soy sauce and sugar.  Add the squid
balls and cook until the soy sauce is partially absorbed.