There is an old phrase popular among the dwellers of the Shadowfell: "Choice is for the spoilt." Perhaps that idiom is the origin of this modest and practical insect-based recipe that dates back centuries and speaks to the ingenuity of the plane's original inhabitants. Adult crickets are flash-fried, air-dried, and then seasoned with an assortment of aromatics, including chile, lime, and cayenne, and are served by the dozen in a large rolled-leaf "cone." As popular in the Material Plane of Faerûn as they are in the Shadowfell, tavern crickets are a crunchy, irresistibly tangy, protein-packed snack that can brighten the otherwise dismal days spent in the region.
Tavern Crickets
RecipeHFFotMp. 1332014
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"With a rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.",
"In a small bowl, combine the chile-lime seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper and whisk to incorporate. Set aside.",
"In a large bowl, combine the peanuts, pepitas, and crickets and stir to blend. Add the melted butter, stir, and toss to coat the mixture evenly. Add the spice mixture and toss again to coat. Evenly spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet.",
"Bake the crickets until dry and fragrant, about 20 minutes, stirring well three times during the baking time. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary. Let cool to room temperature.",
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