Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOstraSalt & Pepper Calamari Recipe

Salt & Pepper Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Ostra
Time30m
Serves4

Squid, lime, soy mayo.

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Ingredients

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Calamari Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Calamari

    Rinse the calamari under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Season the Flour

    In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Coat the Calamari

    Dredge the calamari rings in the seasoned flour until fully coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  5. 5

    Fry the Calamari

    Fry the coated calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan.

  6. 6

    Drain

    Remove the fried calamari and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Squeeze fresh lime juice over the calamari and serve with soy mayo on the side.

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