Fried Calamari Recipe
chili-citrus butter and house made cocktail sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Chili-Citrus Butter
Cocktail Sauce
Method
Fried Calamari
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Chili-Citrus Butter and Cocktail Sauce
- 6
Make Chili-Citrus Butter
Melt the butter in a saucepan. Stir in chili flakes, lime juice, and lime zest. Keep warm.
- 7
Prepare Cocktail Sauce
In a bowl, mix together ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and salt to taste.
