Crispy Calamari GF recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe CharlesCrispy Calamari Gf Recipe

Crispy Calamari Gf Recipe

Inspired by The Charles
Time1h
Serves4

rice flour fried calamari, banana peppers, house togarashi spice, sweet soy-black garlic aioli, marinated cucumber

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Ingredients

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Crispy Calamari Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, mix sliced cucumbers, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Make the Aioli

    In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, black garlic, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Mix well and set aside.

  3. 3

    Coat the Calamari

    In a bowl, add rice flour and house togarashi spice. Toss calamari rings in the mixture until well coated.

  4. 4

    Fry the Calamari

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated calamari and banana peppers in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the crispy calamari and banana peppers with the marinated cucumbers and serve with the sweet soy-black garlic aioli on the side.

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