Firefly Squid Sautéed with Butter and Soy Sauce Recipe! Crunchy and refreshing all-purpose green onion!

This is a recipe for "Firefly Squid Sautéed with Butter and Soy Sauce". The complex and rich flavor of firefly squid is enhanced by the mild richness and aroma of butter and soy sauce.

Firefly Squid Sauteed in Butter and Soy Sauce

Ingredients (2 servings)

100 g boiled firefly squid
4 leeks
20 g butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 clove minced garlic
A pinch of coarsely ground black pepper

Sautéed Firefly Squid with Butter and Soy Sauce Directions

Heat butter in a frying pan and add minced garlic. Saute until fragrant.


Add the firefly squid and saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the green onions cut into 3-4 cm lengths and saute for 1 minute more.


Pour soy sauce over the squid and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn off the heat when the water evaporates.


Serve on a plate and sprinkle with coarsely ground black pepper.

How does firefly squid sauteed in butter and soy sauce taste?

Firefly squid has a complex and rich umami taste, which is further enriched by the mild richness and savory flavor of butter and soy sauce, and the punch of garlic. You can enjoy the umami spreading as you bite into it. The key to this dish is to add the Japanese all-purpose green onion at the end to keep the crispy texture and freshness. It is an accent that enhances the deliciousness of the firefly squid.