Calamares Fritos Recipe
Crispy calamari w/ marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine marinara sauce ingredients and simmer for about 10 minutes. Keep warm.
- 2
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk together egg and milk.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip calamari rings into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
