Calamari Fritto Recipe
Small squid rings and tentacles – crispy golden served with spicy marinara and garlic aioli.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Calamari Fritto
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Squid
Rinse the cleaned squid under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Coat the Squid
Dredge the squid rings and tentacles in the flour mixture until well-coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Squid
Carefully add the coated squid to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
