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Ingredients
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Crispy Calamari
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add calamari rings in batches to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 6
Serve
Serve the crispy calamari hot with the spicy aioli on the side.