Fried Calamari Recipe
Indulge in our crispy Fried Calamari, expertly coated in a light, golden batter and fried to perfection. Each tender ring is served with a zesty marinara sauce for dipping, offering a delightful contrast of flavors. Perfect as an appetizer or a savory snack, this dish is a seafood lover's dream that promises to tantalize your taste buds!
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- 3
Soak in Buttermilk
Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl. Dip each calamari ring into the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 4
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Working in batches, carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges and marinara sauce for dipping.