📌 Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 25 mins | Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Squid:

✔️ 2 large squid, cleaned and scored
✔️ 1 tbsp calamansi or lemon juice
✔️ ½ tsp salt
✔️ ¼ tsp black pepper
✔️ 1 tbsp cooking oil

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

✔️ 3 tbsp soy sauce
✔️ 2 tbsp mirin (or substitute with honey + vinegar)
✔️ 1 tbsp brown sugar
✔️ 1 tbsp oyster sauce
✔️ 1 tbsp grated ginger
✔️ 2 cloves garlic, minced
✔️ 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water

For Garnish:

✔️ 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
✔️ 2 stalks green onions, sliced

🔥 Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the Squid

1️⃣ Clean the squid thoroughly, removing the beak and inner cartilage. Score the body lightly to allow the flavors to absorb.
2️⃣ Marinate with calamansi juice, salt, and pepper for 10 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Teriyaki Sauce

3️⃣ In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, oyster sauce, ginger, and garlic over low heat.
4️⃣ Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5️⃣ Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce becomes glossy. Set aside.

Step 3: Grill or Sear the Squid

6️⃣ Heat cooking oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
7️⃣ Sear the squid for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly charred and tender. (Do not overcook to avoid toughness.)

Step 4: Sizzle & Serve

8️⃣ Heat a sizzling plate and brush lightly with oil.
9️⃣ Place the grilled squid on the hot plate and drizzle with the teriyaki sauce.
🔟 Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

🔥 Serve immediately while sizzling hot!

🔎 Tips for Perfect Sizzling Teriyaki Squid

✔️ Don’t overcook the squid—it only needs 1-2 minutes per side to stay tender.
✔️ For deeper flavor, let the squid marinate for 30 minutes before cooking.
✔️ Want more caramelization? Brush some extra teriyaki sauce while grilling.
✔️ Use a sizzling plate for that restaurant-style presentation!

🍽️ What to Pair with Sizzling Teriyaki Squid

This dish pairs well with Chop Suey—the fresh, crunchy vegetables complement the sweet and savory teriyaki sauce perfectly.

🛒 Best Ingredient Brands to Use

✔️ Soy Sauce: Kikkoman or Silver Swan for authentic umami.
✔️ Oyster Sauce: Lee Kum Kee for a rich, savory depth.
✔️ Mirin Substitute: Use honey + apple cider vinegar for a close match.

📜 The Story Behind Sizzling Teriyaki Squid

Sizzling Teriyaki Squid combines Japanese teriyaki flavors with the Filipino sizzling plate experience. This dish is a street food favorite in the Philippines, often served in seaside restaurants and dampa-style eateries. The balance of sweet, salty, and smoky flavors makes it an irresistible seafood dish for any occasion.