Fritto Misto Recipe
fried red shrimp, calamari, scallops, asparagus, lemon aioli
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Vegetables
Batter and Frying
Lemon Aioli
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Seafood
Clean the red shrimp, calamari, and scallops. Remove any shells or skin as necessary.
- 2
Prepare the Asparagus
Trim the ends of the asparagus and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Batter Preparation
- 3
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in the ice water until the batter is smooth and slightly thick.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot, heat the vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F).
- 5
Fry the Seafood
Dip each piece of seafood (shrimp, calamari, scallops, and asparagus) into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place them into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- 6
Cook until Golden
Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place on paper towels to drain.
Lemon Aioli Preparation
- 7
Make the Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.