# Why is salt-and-pepper squid popular at Dong Kee?

**Category:** Dish Spotlight
**Verified:** 2026-05-21
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## Quick answer

Crispy wok hei finish — a classic Cantonese bar snack.

## Detailed answer

Salt-and-pepper squid showcases Dong Kee's high-heat wok technique — crispy exterior, tender squid, and aromatic pepper. Often ordered alongside ho fun or clay pot rice.

## Related

- https://dongkee.com/en/knowledge/wok-hei
- https://dongkee.com/en/knowledge/dry-fried-beef-ho-fun