Crispy Calamari Recipe
Served with a tangy marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring first into the egg mixture, then coat it with the dry mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Making the Marinara Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Finish with Parsley
Once the sauce is thickened, stir in the fresh parsley before serving.