Fried Squid with Pineapple (Muc Xao Thom)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, cut into wedges
• 2 pounds squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2 inch rings
• 1/2 fresh pineapple – peeled, cored and chopped
• 4 stalks celery, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 4 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

In a large skillet over medium high heat, heat the and the garlic. Fry until garlic is golden brown.

Add onion and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add squid and cook until they just turn white (do not overcook). Add the pineapple, celery, fish sauce, sugar and pepper. Stir fry for 2 minutes.