Myanmar - Pyi-Gyi Nga Kazun Ywet (Squid & Dandelions)

Pyi-Gyi Nga Kazun Ywet 

(Squid & Dandelions)

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

-       1 ts Dried red hot chili flakes

-       1 tb Fresh lemon juice

-       2 ts Soy sauce

-       1 ts Brown sugar

-       2 ts Corn OR peanut oil

-       1 Clove garlic, chopped fine

-       1 lb Fresh squids, dressed, cut -into 1/2-inch round slices

-       1/4 lb Dandelion greens, green -leaves only, halved

Directions

Watercress and Swiss chard are good substitutes for dandelion since they all have a slightly bitter but appealing taste.

-       Mix the chili flakes, lemon juice, soy sauce, and sugar together.

-        Let stand for 15 minutes.

-       Heat the oil in a wok or skillet and over moderate heat fry the garlic for 1 minute.

-       Add the squid slices and stir fry for 2 minutes.

-       Add the chili/lemon mixture and continue to fry.

-       Add the dandelion greens and cook for 2 minutes more.

-       Do not overcook since it toughens the squid.

-       Serve warm with other dishes.