Azure Reef Sesame Calamari

Description

Tender calamari rings in a light sesame crust with a punchy lime and ginger dipping sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Made for sharing before the main feast
Bold flavour with an easy method
Ideal for tavern nights and gatherings

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 6 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

450g cleaned calamari rings
80g cornflour
2 tbsp sesame seeds
½ tsp garlic powder
Oil for frying
1 lime
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp honey

Method

Step 1

Mix soy sauce, ginger, honey and lime juice for the dip.

Step 2

Pat the calamari dry and coat in cornflour mixed with sesame and garlic powder.

Step 3

Fry in hot oil in small batches for 60–90 seconds.

Step 4

Drain and serve immediately with the dip.

🐉 Dragon’s Tip

Fast cooking keeps calamari tender; do not overcrowd the pan.

Adventurer’s Notes

Serve this starter as part of a mixed sharing board, or double the quantities when a larger adventuring party gathers at the table.

Lore of the Hoard

The Blue Dragon kitchens serve this dish as the first welcome to a feast: a small plate designed to wake the appetite and hint at the flavours still to come.

Azure Reef Sesame Calamari