Fried Calamari Recipe
Lightly breaded and fried, served with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari Ingredients
Method
Fried Calamari Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This step is crucial to ensure they fry properly.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Avoid crowding the pot.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with marinara sauce for dipping.