Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOlive & IvyShrimp & Calamari Fritto Misto Recipe

Shrimp & Calamari Fritto Misto Recipe

Inspired by Olive & Ivy
Time40m
Serves4

zucchini, onion, shishito pepper, calabrian chili aioli

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Calabrian Chili Aioli

Oil for frying

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Calabrian Chili Aioli

    In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Calabrian chili paste, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste and refrigerate until ready to serve.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Seafood and Vegetables

    In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, calamari, zucchini, onion, and shishito peppers.

Breading and Frying

  1. 3

    Prepare the Breading

    In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Dredge the seafood and vegetables in the mixture until well coated.

  2. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 5

    Fry

    In batches, fry the breaded seafood and vegetables for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Arrange the fritto misto on a platter and serve with the Calabrian chili aioli on the side.

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