Calamari Fritti Recipe
Fried calamari dusted with seasoned flour, served with Maggie’s sugo and scampi sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Maggie's Sugo
Scampi Sauce
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Clean and Slice
If not pre-cleaned, clean the calamari by removing the head, insides, and skin. Rinse under cold water and slice into rings.
- 2
Mix the Flour Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making Maggie's Sugo
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- 9
Finish with Basil
Add chopped fresh basil just before serving.
Making Scampi Sauce
- 10
- 11
Sauté Garlic
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 12
Add Liquids and Seasonings
Stir in the lemon juice, white wine, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serving
- 13
Plate the Dish
Serve the fried calamari hot with Maggie’s sugo and scampi sauce on the side for dipping.