Calamari Fritti Recipe

Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Prepare the Calamari

   Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Mix the Coating

   In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.

3. 3

   Coat the Calamari

   Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until fully coated.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

5. 5

   Fry the Calamari

   Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.

6. 6

   Drain and Serve

   Remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with lemon wedges and red chili sauce.