Calamares Recipe
semolina encrusted calamares, piquillo tarter sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamares
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tartar Sauce
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped piquillo peppers, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
- 2
Prepare the Calamares
In a large bowl, combine semolina flour, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- 3
Coat the Squid
Dip each squid ring into the egg wash, then coat it in the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly covered.
- 4
Fry the Calamares
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated squid rings in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Arrange the fried calamares on a serving platter and serve hot with the piquillo tartar sauce on the side.
