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Ingredients
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Calamari
Spicy Aioli
Lemon Wedges
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Prepare the Wet Mixture
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk until well combined.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the wet mixture first, then dredge in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Working in batches, carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain the Calamari
Remove the fried calamari with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Spicy Aioli Preparation
- 8
Mix the Aioli
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. Stir until well blended.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Dish
Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges and spicy aioli on the side for dipping.
