Fried Calamari Recipe
Served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Fried Calamari
- 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 all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- 3
Prepare the Wet Mixture
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk until well combined.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the wet mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge it in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated 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 drain on paper towels.
Marinara Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add the Tomatoes
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine with the garlic.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 10
Serve
Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat. Serve the fried calamari hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.