Fried Calamari Recipe
Lightly breaded and fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 3
- 4
Bread the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the breaded calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce.