Pyi Gyi Nga Kazun Ywet (Burmese Squid Salad)

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon dried red hot chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons peanut oil
• 1 garlic clove, chopped fine
• 1/2 medium onion, sliced thin
• 1 lb fresh squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch round slices
• 1/4 lb swiss chard or watercress, green leaves only, halved

Directions

1. 1

   Mix the chili flakes, lime juice, soy sauce, and sugar together. Let stand for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a wok or skillet and over moderate heat, fry the garlic and onion for 1 minute. Add the squid slices and stir fry for 2 minutes. Add the chili/lime mixture and continue to fry.

3. 3

   Add the greens and cook for 2 minutes more. Do not overcook since it toughens the squid.

4. 4

   Serve warm.