Calamari Recipe
Fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparation of Calamari
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring first into the wet mixture, and then into the flour mixture, making sure they are well coated.
Frying the Calamari
- 5
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated 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 from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Preparation of Marinara Sauce
- 8
Cook the Garlic
In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 9
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Finish the Sauce
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
