Jul 14 2026
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Fried Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Saltie Girl
Time30m
Serves4

spanish chorizo / pickled peppers / yuzu aioli

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Ingredients

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Fried Calamari

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Yuzu Aioli

    In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yuzu juice, and minced garlic. Mix well until smooth. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Calamari

    In a large bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until well coated.

  3. 3

    Fry the Calamari

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the calamari in batches, frying until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Cook the Chorizo

    In a skillet, add the sliced Spanish chorizo and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

  5. 5

    Serve

    On a serving platter, arrange the fried calamari, topped with crispy chorizo slices and pickled peppers. Serve with the yuzu aioli on the side.

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