Crispy Cornmeal Calamari Recipe
with lemon & chipotle dipping sauce
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Ingredients
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For the Calamari
For the Lemon & Chipotle Dipping Sauce
Method
Preparation of the Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the cleaned calamari under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. This helps to ensure they are crispy when fried.
- 2
- 3
Frying the Calamari
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the breaded calamari to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.
Preparation of the Dipping Sauce
- 7
Mix the Sauce Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced chipotle in adobo, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic. Stir until well blended.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Taste the sauce and add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
- 9
Serve the Dipping Sauce
Transfer the dipping sauce to a serving bowl and serve alongside the crispy calamari.