3 Pieces Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Calamari Preparation
Dipping Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Begin by rinsing the fresh calamari under cold water. Remove the head and tentacles, and then peel off the outer skin. Cut the body into rings about 1/2 inch thick.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 3
Set Up the Breading Station
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth. This will be your wet batter. Set up a breading station with the flour mixture on one side and the wet batter on the other.
- 4
Bread the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the wet batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, coat it with the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breading sticks. Repeat until all rings are breaded.
Frying
- 5
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the breaded calamari rings in batches to the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the calamari and transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 7
Serve
Once all the calamari is fried, serve immediately while hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 8
Make the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Mix well until smooth and fully blended.