Fried Calamari Recipe
Lightly breaded and fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
- 1
Sauté Garlic
In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 2
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 3
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add fresh basil just before serving.
Prepare the Calamari
- 4
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 5
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, then coat them in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
- 8
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve
- 9
Plate and Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
