Fried Calamari Recipe
Deep fried and served with marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
- 1
- 2
Sauté Garlic
Add the minced garlic cloves to the heat and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then add oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- 4
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Finish with Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Calamari
- 6
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- 7
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until well combined.
- 8
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
- 9
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, dredge them in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 10
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the coated calamari in the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11
Drain and Serve
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried calamari and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with the marinara sauce.