Jul 14 2026
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Calamari Recipe

Inspired by The District
Time30m
Serves4

Calamari prepared three different ways with a Thai peanut sauce.

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Ingredients

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Calamari Preparation

Thai Peanut Sauce

Method

Calamari Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Calamari

    Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Make Batter

    In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk the egg and water together. Dip the calamari rings first into the egg mixture and then into the flour mixture to coat.

  3. 3

    Fry Calamari

    In a large pot, heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Fry the coated calamari in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Thai Peanut Sauce

  1. 4

    Make Sauce

    In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and water until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if necessary. Add red pepper flakes for heat.

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