Calamari Recipe
Crispy fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Cooking 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, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk the egg and buttermilk together.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings first into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, making sure they are fully coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels. Serve hot with marinara sauce on the side.