Fried Calamari Recipe
pickled chiles, tomato jam, lemon aioli
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lemon Aioli
In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Fry the coated calamari rings in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with pickled chiles, tomato jam, and lemon aioli on the side.
