Fried Calamari Recipe
romesco sauce, green onion, lemon aioli
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Directions
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, soak the calamari rings in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
Mix the Coating
In another bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and let excess liquid drip off. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture until well coated.
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Garnish
Chop the green onions and cut the lemon into wedges.
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot, garnished with green onions and lemon wedges, alongside romesco sauce and lemon aioli.