Fried Calamari Recipe
Lightly seasoned calamari, served with our homemade tomato sauce. And a white lemon garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Tomato Sauce
Lemon Garlic Sauce
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the cleaned calamari under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.
Frying the Calamari
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add a few calamari rings at a time to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Making the Tomato Sauce
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add fresh basil before serving.
Making the Lemon Garlic Sauce
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Season with salt to taste.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Dish
Plate the fried calamari and serve hot with tomato sauce and lemon garlic sauce on the side.
