Fried Calamari & Hot Peppers Recipe
Make Fried Calamari & Hot Peppers Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Vegetables
Batter
Frying
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Hot Peppers
Slice the hot peppers into rings and set aside.
Batter Mixture
- 3
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well until fully combined.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the coated calamari rings into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Fry the Hot Peppers
Once the calamari is done, remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels. In the same hot oil, fry the sliced hot peppers for about 1-2 minutes until they are slightly crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Arrange the fried calamari on a serving platter, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.