Fried Calamari Rings Recipe
Sauteed in virgin olive oil and garlic
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Flour
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Add the coated calamari rings to the skillet in batches, frying them for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the fried calamari to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
