Calamari Recipe
Fried calamari served with a spicy marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Spicy Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Coating
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
- 3
Soak in Buttermilk
Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl. Dip each calamari ring into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off before coating in the flour mixture.
- 4
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Spicy Marinara Sauce
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Finish the Sauce
Add the chopped fresh basil and stir well. Let it cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
