Crispy Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crispy Calamari Ingredients
Method
Crispy Calamari Preparation
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Make the Coating
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings into the buttermilk and let them soak for about 30 minutes.
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 375°F (190°C).
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari immediately with lemon wedges and marinara sauce on the side.