Fried Calamari, Meatballs, Assorted Pizzas Recipe

Prepare the Calamari

Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Mix the Breading

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.

Soak in Buttermilk

Place the calamari rings in another bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes.

Heat the Oil

In a deep pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).

Coat and Fry

Remove calamari from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve

Serve hot with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped parsley.

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Form Meatballs

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

Cook the Meatballs

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.

Serve

Serve warm with marinara sauce or your choice of dipping sauce.

Prepare the Dough

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.

Assemble the Pizza

Spread pizza sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and add your choice of toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.

Bake the Pizza

Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or a pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Garnish and Serve

Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve.