Fried Calamari Recipe
Served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Calamari
For the Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparing the Marinara Sauce
Add the Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Preparing the Calamari
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat them in the flour mixture.
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the coated calamari rings into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain the Calamari
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.