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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a bowl, combine buttermilk and calamari rings. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and let the excess drip off. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, and fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with spicy marinara sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
