Five-spice Squid

Five-spice powder is commonly found in Chinese cuisine. Other than lending flavors to stir-fry dishes, it is also used as a marinade. Bottled five-spice powder can often be found at supermarkets.

A seasoned salt can be made by stir-frying 3 tablespoons of salt, 2 teaspoons of five-spice powder and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well and stir the mixture over low heat till it gives off an aroma. Turn heat off when the mixture turn into a ash-gray color.

This five-spice salt can be kept and used on any other dishes as preferred.

Ingredients
350g of squids (cleaned and sliced)
200g of bell peppers (sliced)
3 pieces of dried chilies
1 tablespoon of minced garlic
Flour
Five-spice salt

Preparation
Coat squids with flour.
Deep fry using medium high heat.
Remove from heat when the squids turn golden brown.
Leave aside to drain away excess oil.
Stir fry garlic till fragrant before adding in the dried chilies and bell peppers.
Return the squids to the pan, stir and mix well with the rest of the ingredients.
Add a pinch of the five-spice salt to the dish before serving.