Fried Calamari Recipe
Battered and deep-fried, served with ponzu sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari Ingredients
Method
Fried Calamari Directions
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well. Gradually add the cold water to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
- 2
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).
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated. Let the excess batter drip off.
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Working in batches, carefully add the battered calamari to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with ponzu sauce on the side for dipping.
