Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsNick's Bar & GrillCrispy Calamari Recipe

Crispy Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Nick's Bar & Grill
Time45m
Serves4

Served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Method

Preparing the Marinara Sauce

  1. 1

    Cook the Sauce

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes and Season

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes and add the dried oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Finish the Sauce

    Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove it from heat and set aside. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Preparing the Calamari

  1. 4

    Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.

  2. 5

    Prepare the Egg Mixture

    In another bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk until well combined.

  3. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

  4. 7

    Coat the Calamari

    Dip each calamari ring into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

  5. 8

    Fry the Calamari

    Carefully place the coated calamari into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 9

    Drain and Serve

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with the marinara sauce.

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