Spicy Grilled Salmon Fillet and Stir Fried Curry Squid with Okra

Grilled Salmon Fillet

Most Malaysians are very fond of late night dining. We would go out late in the evening with friends and meet at coffee shops or food courts for late night snacks that we call supper. It is even more common in the cities in comparison to the lesser populated towns in Malaysia. Late night dining or supper has always been a favorite activity of Malaysians. And due to this, there are so many of these eateries mushrooming up everywhere. In Penang, there are food courts and coffee shops that specially cater to this kind of lifestyle. And they are seen on every street corner operating until early in the mornings. Usually, every type of cuisine that are available in the day time are also available at night at these nightly eateries.

Grilled Fish Fillet

Other than the famous Penang's signature cuisines, more commonly seen today is the ikan bakar or grilled fish cuisine being served at many of these nightly eateries in Malaysia. This grilled fish cuisine are commonly found at these food stalls that also serve different types of grilled seafood and chilli clams. At these seafood stalls, the more popular cuisines and favorites among Malaysians are the grilled stingrays and mackerels (ikan kembong). At home in Vancouver, I like to grill salmon fillet instead. The spicy curry squid and okra is also another alternative that I would cook occasionally.

Spicy Curry Squid Cuisine

The spicy curry squid and okra cuisine is easy to prepare. So, first, marinate the squid (Tentacles, whole or slices) with curry powder and allow to sit for twenty minutes to an hour in the fridge. Then, cut the okra into inch long sections and blench in hot boiling water. When ready, start with two spoons full of cooking oil. Throw in the curry powdered, marinated squid into the wok and stir fry for a few minutes. And then, follow up with the cut okra (already blenched). Allow to simmer for about a minute or two and add a pinch of salt for taste. Once ready, transfer and serve in a serving plate.