Calamari Fritti Recipe
Flash-fried calamari, onions, green beans and banana peppers, served with citrus chipotle mayo.
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Ingredients
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Calamari Fritti
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chipotle Mayo
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, and minced chipotle. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a large bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge calamari rings in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Fry the Vegetables
In the same oil, fry the sliced onions, green beans, and banana peppers for 1-2 minutes until they are crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Arrange the fried calamari and vegetables on a serving platter and serve hot with the citrus chipotle mayo on the side.
