Calamari & Shrimp Recipe
Make Calamari & Shrimp Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Marinade
Coating & Frying
Garnish & Serving
Method
Preparation
Clean and prepare seafood
Rinse the calamari rings and shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside in a large bowl.
Marinate Seafood
Make the marinade
In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Marinate seafood
Pour the marinade over the calamari and shrimp, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
Coating & Frying
Prepare the coating mixture
In a large shallow bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Heat the oil
In a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
Coat the seafood
Remove seafood from marinade and let excess liquid drip off. Dredge calamari and shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Fry the seafood
Fry in small batches for about 2–3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Garnish & Serving
Garnish and serve
Arrange the fried calamari and shrimp on a serving platter. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges and dipping sauce on the side.
