Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Calamari Preparation
Serving Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Clean the Squid
Rinse the fresh squid under cold running water. Remove the head and innards, then peel off the skin. Cut the body into rings about 1/2 inch thick.
- 2
Marinate the Squid
Place the squid rings in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Remove the squid from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each ring in the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour. Fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving Sauce
- 6
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, and lemon juice. Stir until well blended.
- 7
Serve the Calamari
Serve the fried calamari immediately with the spicy mayonnaise dipping sauce on the side.
