Calamari Recipe
Lightly salted tempera battered calamari, served with a spicy Chipotle mayonnaise sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add cold water while whisking until a smooth batter forms.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the battered calamari rings into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with chipotle mayonnaise on the side.
