Calamari Fritti Recipe
Fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the cleaned and sliced calamari in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Working in batches, carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 8
Finish with Basil
Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh basil into the marinara sauce.