Crispy Calamari Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Crisp, tender calamari, lemon garlic sauce, our famous red sauce

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the calamari rings in the mixture until well coated.
2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
3
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4
Prepare the Lemon Garlic Sauce
In a small pan, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Heat gently for a minute, stirring to combine.
5
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari hot, drizzled with the lemon garlic sauce and accompanied by the famous red sauce for dipping.