Fried Calamari Recipe
Served with marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, combine the cleaned and sliced calamari with buttermilk and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
After marinating, remove the calamari from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 4
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Finish the Sauce
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped fresh basil and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.