Jul 13 2026
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**calamares Frito (gf) (contains Nuts) Recipe

Inspired by El Farol
Time1h
Serves4

fried calamari, pickled chile, romesco verde

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Pickled Chile

Romesco Verde

Method

Frying Calamari

  1. 1

    Prepare the Calamari

    In a bowl, combine gluten-free flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until fully coated.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Fry the Calamari

    Fry the coated calamari rings in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Pickling Chiles

  1. 4

    Prepare the Pickling Liquid

    In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil until sugar dissolves.

  2. 5

    Pickle the Chiles

    Add the fresh chiles to the boiling pickling liquid. Remove from heat and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Making Romesco Verde

  1. 6

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine parsley, blanched almonds, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.

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