Copycat Wok Inn Squid

Ingredients for Copycat Wok Inn Squid

• 3 large squid
• 2 large bunches chives, roots trimmed
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Oil, for deep-frying
• 1/2 cup Filipino soy sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 6 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 6 tbsp dark brown sugar
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• 4 tbsp garlic, minced
• 4 tsp ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp oil

How to cook Copycat Wok Inn Squid

1. 1.Season squid inside and out with salt and pepper. Stuff each with chives and secure the openings with toothpicks.
2. 2.Coat squid in 1/2 cup cornstarch and deep-fry for 3 minutes; do not overcook. Drain.
3. 3.Meanwhile, sauté garlic and ginger in 2 tablespoons oil over low heat.
4. 4.Whisk soy sauce, water, honey, oyster sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch until smooth.
5. 5.Add sauce mixture to the pan, boil, then simmer over medium heat until thick. Remove toothpicks, score squid, and coat with glaze.