Calamari Recipe
Fried calamari, fresh cabbage and chipotle mayo.
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Ingredients
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For the Calamari
For the Cabbage Slaw
For the Chipotle Mayo
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the dried calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the 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 and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Making the Cabbage Slaw
- 6
Prepare the Cabbage and Carrot
Shred the cabbage and carrot, and place them in a large bowl.
- 7
Making the Chipotle Mayo
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth and well combined.
