A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
A dried cephalopod ingredient, distinct from cuttlefish and from seasoned ready-to-eat shredded squid.
In the kitchen
Cut into small strips for cooking, including Zhangzhou noodle gravy. Preparation and softening depend on the product.
Salt and other additions vary. Check the product or ask about the preparation; this is an animal seafood ingredient.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有鱿鱼干吗？
Does this dish contain Dried squid?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
