Calamari Fritti Recipe
Crispy fried calamari rings with marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari Fritti
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari with marinara sauce on the side and lemon wedges for squeezing on top.