Pan-fried Calamari Recipe
Served with a spicy aioli.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Spicy Aioli
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Frying the Calamari
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches; do not overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the calamari from the oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Making the Spicy Aioli
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, sriracha sauce, and lemon juice.
- 8
Adjust Seasoning
Add salt to taste and mix until well combined. Set aside until ready to serve.