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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, soak the cleaned calamari rings in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes. This helps tenderize the squid.
- 2
Make the Coating Mixture
In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and let the excess drip off. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the calamari fritti hot with lemon wedges on the side.