Fried Calamari Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Calamari

   Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps to remove excess moisture.

2. 2

   Make the Coating

   In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, chili flakes, garlic powder, orange zest, and dried rosemary. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly combined.

3. 3

   Prepare the Egg Wash

   In another bowl, whisk the eggs until they are well beaten. This will be used to help the coating stick to the calamari.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it bubbles and turns golden, it’s ready.

5. 5

   Coat the Calamari

   Dip each calamari ring first into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture. Ensure each piece is well-coated.

6. 6

   Fry the Calamari

   Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

7. 7

   Drain the Calamari

   Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

8. 8

   Serve

   Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.