Jul 13 2026
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Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Malt
Time45m
Serves4

ROASTED RED PEPPERS & BANANA PEPPERS, MINT RELISH, LIME CREMA

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Roasted Red Peppers & Banana Peppers

Mint Relish

Lime Crema

Method

Prepare Calamari

  1. 1

    Clean and Cut Calamari

    Begin by cleaning the calamari. Remove the head, innards, and skin. Cut the body into rings and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Coating

    In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture.

  3. 3

    Frying

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated calamari in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Prepare Peppers

  1. 4

    Mix Peppers

    In a bowl, combine roasted red peppers and banana peppers. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat.

Prepare Mint Relish

  1. 5

    Make Mint Relish

    Chop mint leaves finely and mix with lemon juice, honey, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.

Prepare Lime Crema

  1. 6

    Make Lime Crema

    In a bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, and salt. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Serve

  1. 7

    Plate and Enjoy

    On a serving plate, arrange the fried calamari and top with the roasted peppers. Serve with mint relish and lime crema on the side.

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