Fried Calamari Legs Recipe
Deep Fried Calamari Legs Served with a Special Tartar Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari Legs
Special Tartar Sauce
Method
Fried Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari legs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari leg into the wet mixture, then dredge it in the dry mixture. Ensure they are well coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Fry the coated calamari legs in batches, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Special Tartar Sauce Preparation
- 7
Mix the Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, capers, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as necessary.