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Ingredients
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Crispy Calamari
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the calamari in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari immediately with spicy aioli on the side.