Fried Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Breading
Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Clean the calamari by removing the head, innards, and skin. Cut the body into rings about 1/2 inch thick. Rinse the rings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes to tenderize.
Breading
- 3
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
- 7
Repeat the Frying Process
Continue frying the remaining calamari rings in batches until all are cooked. Maintain the oil temperature between batches.
- 8
Serve
Serve the fried calamari immediately with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.