Jun 08 2026

Calamari Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fried calamari served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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Calamari Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Calamari

    Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

  3. 3

    Coat the Calamari

    Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until well coated. Shake off excess flour.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Calamari

    Carefully add the calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried calamari with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with marinara sauce.

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