Calamari Recipe
Crispy fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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For the Calamari
For the Marinara Sauce
Method
For the Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until combined.
- 3
Bread the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
For the Marinara Sauce
- 6
- 7
- 8
Add the Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning if necessary.