Crispy Jalapeño Calamari Recipe
Crispy Calamari & Jalapeños | Shaved Lemons | Roasted Jalapeño Salsa
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Ingredients
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For the Crispy Jalapeño Calamari
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- 2
Dredging the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture until well coated. Repeat with all calamari and jalapeño slices.
- 3
Frying
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the calamari and jalapeños in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Serving
Serve the crispy calamari and jalapeños hot with shaved lemons and roasted jalapeño salsa on the side.