Calamari Fritti Recipe
Served With Ammoglio Sauce And Lemon Aioli
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Ingredients
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Calamari Fritti
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Begin by rinsing the cleaned calamari under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well until the dry ingredients are fully blended.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of the flour mixture into it; if it bubbles and sizzles, the oil is ready.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Take a handful of the calamari rings and dredge them in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully drop the coated calamari rings into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining calamari.
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