Fried Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Dipping Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Rinse the fresh calamari under cold water. Remove the head and innards, and slice the body into rings about 1/2 inch thick.
- 2
Prepare the Breading Station
In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until fully combined.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then coat the rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
Frying
- 4
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add a portion of the coated calamari rings to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Repeat
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining calamari.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 7
Mix the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir until well combined.
Serving
- 8
Plate and Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with the dipping sauce on the side.