Fried Baby Squid in Fish Sauce

Steps

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1. 1
   Clean the baby squid by removing the eyes, teeth, and quill. Make parallel incisions along the body to help the seasonings absorb better.
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2. 2
   Blanch the cleaned squid in water with ginger and salt, then transfer to a colander to drain.
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3. 3
   Season the drained squid with salt and chicken stock powder, toss well, and refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
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4. 4
   Coat the squid with corn starch and fry in hot oil until golden brown.
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5. 5
   Make the sauce by combining sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, chili sauce, chili powder, and water in a small bowl, stirring well.
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6. 6
   Melt butter in a pan and fry the minced garlic until golden, then transfer the garlic to a bowl and pour the sauce into the pan.
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   When the sauce is slightly thickened, add the fried squid and toss well. Simmer on low heat for 1 to 2 more minutes.
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   Add the chopped scallion, transfer to a serving plate, and garnish with fresh chili slices and fried garlic chips.
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