Calamari Fritti Recipe
Crispy fried calamari served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add the Tomatoes
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Finish the Sauce
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped fresh basil and remove from heat.
