Salt & Pepper Calamari Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Calamari

   Rinse the cleaned calamari under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Marinate

   In a bowl, combine the calamari with lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Coat the Calamari

   In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. Dredge the marinated calamari in the flour, ensuring they are well-coated.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

5. 5

   Fry the Calamari

   Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the fried calamari hot with soy mayonnaise for dipping.