Fried Calamari Recipe
Thinly sliced battered calamari, fried and coated with Cajun seasoning; served with cocktail sauce
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the sliced calamari in the flour mixture until evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the calamari and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce on the side.
