Hh Fried Calamari Recipe
with your choice of lemon aioli or marinara dipping sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the cleaned calamari under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Prepare Dipping Sauces
For the lemon aioli, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl. For marinara, use store-bought or homemade sauce.
- 7
