Fried Calamari Recipe
Tender calamari lightly breaded and fried to perfection, served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparing the Marinara Sauce
- 1
- 2
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 3
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Finish with Basil
Once thickened, stir in the chopped fresh basil. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preparing the Calamari
- 5
Prep the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 6
Prepare the Breading Station
In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- 7
Bread the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure each piece is well coated.
- 8
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 9
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the breaded calamari rings to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- 10
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with marinara sauce.