Fritto Misto recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026

Fritto Misto Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fresh calamari, fresh shrimp, fried pickles, cherry pepper sauce

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Fritto Misto Ingredients

Method

Fritto Misto Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Breading

    In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the cold sparkling water until the batter is smooth and well combined.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.

  3. 3

    Coat the Seafood and Pickles

    Dredge the calamari rings, shrimp, and pickle slices in the batter, making sure they are fully coated.

  4. 4

    Fry the Ingredients

    Carefully add the battered calamari, shrimp, and pickles to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  5. 5

    Drain and Serve

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried items from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with cherry pepper sauce for dipping.

More from Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar