Crispy Calamari Recipe
Lightly fried, spicy aioli, lemon
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Spicy Aioli
Garnish
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Clean and Slice Calamari
If using whole calamari, clean and slice it into rings. If using pre-cut calamari rings, rinse them under cold water.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Frying the Calamari
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Calamari
Take a few calamari rings at a time, coat them in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the breaded calamari rings into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pot.
- 6
Drain the Calamari
Use a slotted spoon to remove the calamari from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Making the Spicy Aioli
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
- 8
Mix Until Smooth
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Calamari
Arrange the crispy calamari on a serving platter.
- 10
