Calamari Recipe
Lightly breaded and fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 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, mix together flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring first into the wet mixture, then into the dry breading mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
Frying the Calamari
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the breaded calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain the Calamari
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 8
- 9
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serving
- 10
Plate and Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
