Kalamarakia Recipe
Crispy Calamari served with Lemon Aioli
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Ingredients
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For the Crispy Calamari
Method
For the Crispy Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Add water gradually to create a smooth batter.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the batter, ensuring they are well coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches, frying 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 crispy calamari hot with the lemon aioli on the side for dipping.
