CRISPY Salt and Pepper Squid/Calamari 🦑🤤 Mum and Son Chefs cook!

Salt and pepper squid or as it can be called calamari, is one of the most asked for salt and pepper recipes we get asked for, so we thought it was about time we showed a salt and chilli squid recipe Mum really likes. This version uses a thicker batter, there are some variations that will use a dusting rather than a batter, if you'd like to see that version, comment and if enough people ask we will add it to the list of things to film. This recipe is really easy, like most takeout cooking its all in the preparation, everything after that takes minutes. We'd also really love to hear what dishes you'd like us to film, it helps us loads.
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00:00 Introduction
00:26 Scallion/Spring onion preparation
01:30 Onion preparation
01:58 Pepper/Bell Pepper preparation
02:26 Carrot preparation
02:44 Garlic preparation
03:41 Salt and Pepper mix
05:02 Squid/Calamari preparation
08:26 Batter Mix
08:57 Giveaway details
10:21 Battering the squid/calamari
11:41 Deep frying the squid/calamari
12:47 Finishing the dish
13:54 Taste test

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

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[@dinocork]

Great result’s every time

[@boardmandave]

I had salt and chilli squid every night for about 2 years from a small Chinese takeaway in Wilmslow I watched them cook it fresh and to this day is one of my favourite dishes. Thank you for this

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

No worries 😊

[@NoxiousRob]

I love squid, local Chinese Restaurant used to have a good selection of squid dishes, but sadly now closed. None of the nearby takeaways seem to serve squid, so I think I'll give this recipe a try as it looks great. Mum certainly seemed to enjoy it, she was fair guzzling it down.

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Please do try it and let us know if you like it! And we took squid of our menus because no one ordered it, sea food isn’t very popular in the uk

[@remyd1984]

cracking vid! bless your mum, tell her its "good old mix"

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@darrenburns16]

One of my most favorite dishes, so so nice... And chicken wings too...

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

yes! chicken wings are the best!

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

As I think I said before we don’t have salt,and pepper Chinese dishes in NY.We do have squid in seafood dishes,it isn’t battered in anyway,and it’s so tough,you can never chew it,so I leave my squid eating to calamari eating,breaded with marinara sauce,nice and tender.With the way you cooked it I think it would be tender,if I can find the squid I would give that a go.

[@Mark-nh2hs]

Very similar to the way I make it at home although I thrown in some schezwan pepper into it lol. love squid. Any thing with salt and black pepper is always great 😂

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@elizamccroskey1708]

To me schezwan pepper is what makes it pepper and salt, though the fresh chilies are important too. Growing up having it the way one is used to and being served with out the stand out flavor is a disappointment.

[@funkydmunky1]

Mum is adorable. Lucky son 🙂

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊

[@markdean7343]

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Chinese desserts :)

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Hahah noted, again 😊

[@Candy-ji1sr]

This made me laugh so much with your reaction to squid. Stopped eating squid for many years before I found out about using Bicarb. Night and day difference. How about a seafood curry. Shrimp, Cod, Squid, Clams...Sorry couldn't resist but I would love it. Cheers guys! Love your video's.

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@markcoleman5720]

My wife ordered your book and it at arrived today 😃 I had no idea she’d ordered it for me I know what we’ll be having for tea 😋

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

hahah awesome :)

[@Its_the_Whole_Everything]

cant wait to try and make this...I can only find in places like Vegas, Seattle... not in Ohio.

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊

[@KINGking-rt6gc]

Thank you you all are my favorite so far.

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@encrovision9315]

Looks delicious...

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊

[@arkonite]

Love this but I do have a love for salt and pepper king prawn ❤

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@daviddiamond2092]

I am like you Chin....don't like 🐙. Great to see you and mum back doing video's. ❤

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Thanks :) this is the 3rd week back so check out the last 2 videos :)

[@SupernovaSymie]

I love that you have a spring onion knife, an onion / carrot knife, and a pepper knife! Gotta have the right tools for the job! Looking good btw Chin! 🍜🤩

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Thanks 😊

[@Hammertime054]

This has to be one of my all time faves, absolutely love it😁👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😎

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊

[@tomoko4667]

Thank you Chin and Choo. I am one of who requested this video 😂 and so happy to watch this. ❤

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Hope you try it out 😊😊😊

[@Jock1971]

I love salt and pepper anything but especially ribs, I've never had carrot from my go to takeaway or any other I've ordered from but can see how it would work and add an extra crunch and sweetness, I'm a seafood lover and this looks bang on to me, wish you guys well in the upcoming golden chopsticks awards

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

thanks :) really hope we win :)

[@natashafrance717]

Yummmm love this, thanks guys 💕

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Hope you give it a try :)

[@leewaynecarroll]

One of my faves

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊

[@beanster3748]

Awesome recipe thanks guys!

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Hope you enjoy

[@NicTrades]

The best dish on any menu

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊

[@carlgray6764]

anything you two cook is always great to watch ! ... How about cooking 'wandering dragon' ?

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Thanks :) and I’ll add it to the list, we have a recipe for that in our second cookbook too! Www.Chinandchoo.com/shop if interested 😊

[@IrishMikeK]

looks great I will have to try it

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Hope you enjoy

[@superfreaksam]

So pleased to see this recipe! One of my favourites :D Choo was on top form!

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Mum was awesome right 😊

[@superfreaksam]

@@ZiangsFoodWorkshop She's always great! Definitely happy cooking, happy eating. Good luck for the golden chopsticks awards!

[@bonesjohn5477]

Another great video, although I don't like squid! Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. I would love a video on Two Winters Pork!?

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

That a new one for me, do you me twice cooked pork?

[@bonesjohn5477]

@@ZiangsFoodWorkshop it might be the same as twice cooked pork? It looked like pork with skin on cooked crispy and served in lettuce leaves? If that helps at all, lol.

[@IamJaneS]

So great to see you both back! I seriously missed you, but completely understand that you've been super busy with the new restaurant. As someone who grew up with wild caught squid, don't worry about the bicarb. Just soak it in some milk for an hour. Don't ask me why it works, but it does. Super tender. The one time I forgot to soak, super chewy. What I do want to know is, do you score the inside or outside of the squid?

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Inside and the milk is the same as he bicarb but not as powerful, takes longer to work

[@IamJaneS]

@@ZiangsFoodWorkshop That's good to know, thank you.

[@samuelgarrod8327]

Looks lush 😍

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

thank you

[@cottlad]

no fresh chillies? Can't wait to make this..... love S&Psq

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

We didn’t have any 😭😭😭

[@duncansmith86]

I just checked in to rewatch this as I wanted to see what squid you used… and I’m guessing that’s wai ye hong your mum’s at picking up the same pack of squid I bought! 😂🤓

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Yes 😂

[@tay7366]

Done👍🏻 good luck

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@marcmcaulayxxx7526]

I love duck with plum sauce, beansprouts and hot and spicy beef ❤

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊

[@darrenquirk2269]

That looks fantastic! Is there any difference making it with the whole squid tubes you used versus the ready prepared pieces you showed, (expertly modelled by Choo)😁?

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

you don't need to bicarb them so they're ready to go as they are

[@nthompson]

Awesome as always, going squid hunting now 😁

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@ScottishT]

Oh great, wee live premiere. Go chin and choo👍

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Thanks for the comment mate! helps boost the video so much!

[@ScottishT]

@@ZiangsFoodWorkshop yep, that's why I always try remember to do it 😆

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Haha legend 😊

[@mrshaw3794]

Are you sure he's your son? Dont like prawns or squid. Get rid of him and adopt me. PS i own my own wok.😊

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😂😂

[@BenjiGillWil]

Kevin & Perry Go Large

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Yea!!! And you’re the only one to guess!!!

[@BenjiGillWil]

@@ZiangsFoodWorkshop hmm not sure if that is a good or a bad thing. 🐡🐟📦

[@shuttlecrab]

I came here from BlackBeltBarrister ❤

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Did you!! That’s so cool, he’s a proper legend

[@chrisbrownrigg1]

Post it to me now my fav ❤

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

😊😊😊😊

[@3DruZed]

Gimme some o'that Em Ess Fuckin' Gee!!

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

hahahahaha yes!!

[@richieg8432]

13:37 seasoning mix,,but you didn’t say what it is!

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

Yeah we did, we made the mix in the earlier part of the video

[@dinocork]

I want to enter the competition please

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

All details in the video and where to do it in the description:)

[@peterferguson2344]

I'm with Chin, unfortunately I'm not a fan of prawns/ squid etc.

[@ZiangsFoodWorkshop]

They’re weird right! 😂

[@peterferguson2344]

@@ZiangsFoodWorkshop yep... that texture... that's a Nope from me 😁