Calamari Fritti Recipe
Fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
- 1
- 2
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and salt. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Finish the Sauce
Stir in fresh basil just before serving. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Calamari Fritti
- 4
Set Up a Dredging Station
In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, pour buttermilk.
- 5
Dredge the Calamari
Dip calamari rings into the buttermilk, then coat evenly with the flour mixture.
- 6
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- 7
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 8
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with marinara sauce on the side.
