Calamari Fritti Recipe
Crispy fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Fritti
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, combine the cleaned and cut calamari with the salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Set up a breading station with the seasoned calamari, the egg mixture, and the flour mixture.
- 3
Bread the Calamari
Dip each piece of seasoned calamari into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture. Place the breaded calamari on a baking sheet.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep saucepan or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Marinara Sauce
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- 9
Serve
Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped basil. Serve hot alongside the crispy fried calamari.