Fried Calamari Recipe
Crispy fried calamari served with a zesty marinara sauce for dipping.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Marinate
Place the calamari in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from buttermilk and let the excess drip off. Dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the coated calamari in the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 7
Drain
Remove the fried calamari with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 8
