Thai Stir-Fried Squid with Salted Egg Recipe (ปลาหมึกผัดไข่เค็ม)

🥗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✅ Quick and easy – ready in 15–20 minutes

• ✅ Rich, creamy flavor – salted egg yolk sauce adds umami depth

• ✅ Tender seafood – squid cooked to perfection without becoming rubbery

• ✅ Perfect for pairing with rice – a delicious Thai-style meal

🧂 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 300 g squid, cleaned and cut into rings

• 2–3 salted egg yolks, steamed and mashed

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1–2 Thai bird’s eye chilies, sliced (adjust for spice)

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tbsp fish sauce

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1–2 tbsp milk or water (to adjust sauce consistency)

• Fresh curry leaves or spring onions for garnish (optional)

🍳 How to Make Stir-Fried Squid with Salted Egg

1. Prepare the squid:
   Clean and slice the squid into rings or bite-sized pieces. Pat dry to remove excess moisture.

2. Cook the salted egg yolk:
   Steam or boil salted egg yolks for 5–7 minutes until firm. Mash into a coarse paste.

3. Stir-fry aromatics:
   Heat oil in a wok or pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chilies, stir-fry until fragrant.

4. Add salted egg yolk:
   Add mashed salted egg yolks to the pan and stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and creamy.

5. Cook the squid:
   Add squid rings, sugar, and fish sauce. Stir-fry quickly for 2–3 minutes until squid is just cooked (avoid overcooking to keep it tender).

6. Adjust sauce consistency:
   Add milk or water if the sauce is too thick, stirring to create a silky coating for the squid.

7. Serve:
   Transfer to a plate and garnish with curry leaves or spring onions. Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.

🌶️ Tips for Perfect Stir-Fried Squid with Salted Egg

• Cook squid quickly over high heat to prevent rubbery texture.

• Mash the salted egg yolks well for a smooth, creamy sauce.

• Adjust chili and seasoning to taste — balance salty, sweet, and spicy.

• Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Pair with steamed jasmine rice or sticky rice.

• Serve as part of a Thai seafood spread with Stir-Fried Morning Glory (Pad Pak Boong) or Tom Yum Soup.

• Garnish with crispy fried garlic or curry leaves for extra aroma.

💡 Fun Fact

Salted eggs are widely used in Thai cuisine to enhance flavor and add richness to seafood and vegetable dishes. Stir-fried squid with salted egg is especially popular in seafood restaurants and Thai street food markets, where the creamy umami sauce is the star of the dish.