Fried Calamari Recipe
Lightly fried to a golden brown; served with a side of marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari Ingredients
Method
Fried Calamari Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- 3
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in a separate bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for about 10 minutes.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and dredge them in the flour mixture until well-coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, then remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried calamari immediately with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
