Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThames Street Oyster HouseCrispy Point Judith Calamari Recipe

Crispy Point Judith Calamari Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

garlic, parsley, lemon, hot peppers, garlic aioli

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Garlic Aioli

Method

Calamari Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Calamari

    Rinse the calamari under cold water and pat dry. This helps the coating stick better.

  2. 2

    Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Coat the Calamari

    Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Frying

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

  2. 5

    Fry the Calamari

    Carefully add a batch of calamari to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.

  3. 6

    Drain the Calamari

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Garnishing and Serving

  1. 7

    Prepare the Aioli

    In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  2. 8

    Garnish the Calamari

    Sprinkle the fried calamari with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges and sliced hot peppers on the side.

  3. 9

    Serve with Aioli

    Serve the crispy calamari hot with the garlic aioli for dipping.

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