Family Style Appetizer Recipe
Fried Calamari, Kale-Cranberries Goat Cheese Salad
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Kale-Cranberries Goat Cheese Salad
Method
Fried Calamari
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Dredge the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off. Then dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the calamari in batches to the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Kale-Cranberries Goat Cheese Salad
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, add the chopped kale. Massage the kale with your hands for a few minutes to soften it.
Add Toppings
Add the dried cranberries, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts to the kale.
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Salad and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.
Serve
Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side to accompany the fried calamari.
