Ingredients

  • Sparkling water 200ml
  • Tempura flour 200g
  • Garlic 1 clove
  • Fresh ginger 5cm piece
  • Mayonnaise 125ml
  • Ponzu sauce 2 tbsp
  • Lime juice 1 tbsp
  • Soya sauce 1 tsp
  • Sesame oil 1 tsp
  • SpinneysFOOD Honey 1 tsp
  • Squid ink ½ tsp
  • SpinneysFOOD Pure Sunflower Oil 2l, for frying
  • Squid 300g, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • SpinneysFOOD Red Capsicum 1
  • SpinneysFOOD Spring Onions 4 & extra to serve
  • SpinneysFOOD Natural Sea Salt Flakes ½ tsp
  • Lemon wedges To serve

Nutrition (Per serving)

  • Calories 407
  • Fat 13.3g
  • Saturates 2g
  • Protein 19.5g
  • Carbs 53.6g
  • Sugars 5.7g

Given the cook-at-home nature of Spinneys and natural variations in ingredients, nutritional information is approximated."

Tempura squid and vegetable skewers with ponzu mayo

Japanese 20 Mins Prep · 30 Mins Cook


  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sparkling water and tempura flour. The batter should be slightly lumpy. Place the batter in the refrigerator while you prepare the squid and vegetables.
  2. Grate the garlic and ginger. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ponzu sauce, lime juice, soya sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic and ginger. Stir until smooth and well combined. Swirl in squid ink and set aside.
  3. Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 180°C.
  4. Cube the capsicum and chop the spring onions. Assemble the skewers by threading the squid rings and vegetables onto the wooden skewers. Dip the skewers into the batter, shaking off the excess. Carefully place the skewers into the oil, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Fry for approx. 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove the skewers from the oil and season with salt while still hot.
  5. Serve immediately with the ponzu mayo, lemon wedges and chopped spring onions.