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Ingredients
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Crispy Calamari
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in another bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them soak for about 15 minutes.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then toss them in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil, frying in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve hot with Thai chili sauce on the side.
