Salt & Pepper Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Garnish and Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side.