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Canteen Sketch Squid Usal
🇮🇳 Indian

Canteen Sketch Squid Usal

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Vizianagaram cooking — Canteen Sketch Squid Usal brings a canteen touch with a classic usal finish. About 34 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 19 min Cook 15 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Squid400 g, rings

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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