Calamari Recipe
Lightly breaded and fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, combine the cleaned and sliced calamari with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour in the first, the beaten eggs in the second, and the breadcrumbs in the third.
- 3
Bread the Calamari
Dredge each calamari ring in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then coat it with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Working in batches, fry the breaded calamari rings for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Finish Sauce
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
