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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Begin by cleaning the fresh calamari. Remove the head and innards, and peel off the skin. Rinse the calamari under cold water and cut it into rings.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring first into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture. Set aside on a plate.
Making the Marinara Sauce
- 4
Sauté the Garlic
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and add dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and sugar. Stir to combine.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Frying the Calamari
- 7
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add a few calamari rings to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 9
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
