Calamari Recipe
Fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Fried Calamari
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the wet mixture, then coat with the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari rings in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.