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Ingredients
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Calamari
Sweet & Spicy Mayo
Herbs
Method
Preparation of Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until fully coated, shaking off any excess flour.
Frying the Calamari
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the 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 the Calamari
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Preparation of Sweet & Spicy Mayo
- 7
Mix the Mayo
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, honey, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the fried calamari to a serving platter. Drizzle with chopped parsley and basil. Serve with the sweet & spicy mayo on the side for dipping.