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Ingredients
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Calamari with Banana and Jalapeño Peppers
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the cleaned calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This will ensure that they fry well and are not too watery.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well until all the dry ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Take the dried calamari rings and dredge them in the flour mixture. Ensure that each piece is well coated and shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of the coated calamari into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning them halfway through for even cooking.
- 6
- 7
Combine and Serve
Once the calamari are done frying, remove them from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. In a serving dish, combine the fried calamari with the sliced banana and jalapeño peppers. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.