Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsSteamship Grill & BarCalamari For Two Recipe

Calamari For Two Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Jalapeños, onions and house tartar sauce. Shareable

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Vegetables

House Tartar Sauce

Method

Prepare the Tartar Sauce

  1. 1

    Make the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, relish, lemon juice, capers, and parsley. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator.

Prepare the Calamari

  1. 2

    Prepare the Dry Mix

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

  2. 3

    Coat the Calamari

    Dredge the calamari pieces in the flour mixture until fully coated.

  3. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 5

    Fry the Calamari

    Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate and Enjoy

    Serve the fried calamari with sliced jalapeños, onions, and the house tartar sauce on the side for dipping.

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