Calamari Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Marinara Sauce

   In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, then set aside.

2. 2

   Prepare the Calamari

   In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.

3. 3

   Bread the Calamari

   Dip each calamari ring into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture until well coated.

4. 4

   Fry the Calamari

   In a deep skillet or fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the calamari in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve the fried calamari hot with the spicy marinara sauce or firecracker chili dipping sauce.