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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Breading
Cooking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Squid
Ensure the squid is cleaned and cut into rings and that the tentacles are separated. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Breading the Squid
- 3
Coat the Squid
Dredge the squid rings and tentacles in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip them into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off before coating them with the breadcrumb mixture.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Squid
Fry the breaded squid rings and tentacles in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per batch or until golden brown.
- 6
Drain Excess Oil
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried squid from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.