Crispy Calamari Recipe
Tender calamari lightly breaded and fried, served with a tangy marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Crispy Calamari Ingredients
Method
Crispy Calamari Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Clean and slice the calamari into rings. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the egg mixture, then coat with the flour mixture. Make sure they are evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 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 and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce and lemon wedges.
