Fried Bar Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Tapas 177

Time45m

Serves4

homemade marinara dipping sauce, lemon, pickled banana peppers, parmesan

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Marinara Sauce
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Adjust seasoning to taste.
2
Prepare Calamari
In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Pat the calamari rings dry with paper towels. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3
Fry Calamari
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). Carefully add the dredged calamari in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
4
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot, garnished with grated parmesan, pickled banana peppers, and lemon wedges alongside the marinara dipping sauce.