Stir+Fried+Squid+with+Broccoli

=STIR FRIED SQUID WITH BROCCOLI=


 * __INGREDIENTS:__**
 * 1 lb squid
 * 2 tsp salt
 * 1 tbsp dry sherry
 * 1 tbsp cornstarch
 * 6 tbsps lard
 * 5 scallions, cut into 1 inch pieces
 * ½ lb broccoli, broken into florets
 * 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)


 * __PREPARATION METHODS:__**


 * 1) Clean the squid, discarding the head and transparent back bone. Cut into thin slices, then blanch in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the squid and place in a bowl with 1 tsp of the salt, the sherry and cornstarch. Leave to marinate for 10 minutes.
 * 2) Melt half the lard in a pan. Add the scallions and squid and stir-fry briskly for about 2 minutes. Transfer the squid mixture to a serving plate and keep hot.
 * 3) Melt the remaining lard in a clean pan. Add the broccoli, the remaining salt and a little water if the mixture seems too dry. Stir-fry until just tender.
 * 4) Arrange the broccoli spears around the edge of the squid. Sprinkle the sesame oil if used, over the squid and serve hot.

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