Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsFiamméCalamari Recipe

Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Fiammé
Time30m
Serves4

Lemon Vinaigrette, Arugula & Cherry Tomato

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Lemon Vinaigrette

Method

Calamari Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Calamari

    If not already done, clean and slice the calamari into rings.

  2. 2

    Season the Flour

    In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Coat the Calamari

    Dredge the calamari rings in the seasoned flour until well coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  5. 5

    Fry the Calamari

    Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Lemon Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey.

  2. 7

    Whisk Together

    Whisk the mixture until emulsified. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Salad Assembly

  1. 8

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large salad bowl, combine arugula and halved cherry tomatoes.

  2. 9

    Add Vinaigrette

    Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the arugula and tomatoes. Toss gently to combine.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Plate the arugula salad and top with the fried calamari. Drizzle any remaining vinaigrette over the top.

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