Curry Mayonnaise
DEAR SOS: My friends and I recently had a plate of calamari, served with a sauce, at Monsoon Cafe in Santa Monica. It was delicious. We wonder if you could get the recipe.
JOHN TA
Alhambra
DEAR JOHN: Executive chef Hitoshi Hakamato was delighted to share this excellent calamari tempura served with curry mayonnaise. You can prepare the batter and sauce beforehand, leaving the frying for the last minute.
Heat curry powder and garlic in dry frying pan over medium-low heat until garlic begins to brown and releases flavor, 3 to 4 minutes. Cool, then combine with mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, soy sauce and chile paste in bowl. Chill 30 minutes or until ready to use.
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