Seafood Fritto Misto Recipe
CALAMARI, ROCK SHRIMP, WHITEBAIT, LEMON, CALABRIAN CHILI SAUCE, SALSA ROSA AIOLI
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Breading
Frying
Sauces
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Seafood
In a large bowl, combine calamari, rock shrimp, and whitebait. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Prepare the Sauces
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a splash of Calabrian chili sauce to make the salsa rosa aioli. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Coat the Seafood
Dredge each piece of seafood in the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Seafood
Fry the seafood in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 7
Plating
Serve the fried seafood hot with lemon wedges and the salsa rosa aioli on the side. Drizzle with Calabrian chili sauce to taste.