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Ingredients
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Calamari
Spicy Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Rinse the fresh calamari under cold water. Remove the tentacles and cut the bodies into rings. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dunk the calamari rings first into the egg mixture, then dredge them in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 4
- 5
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 and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Spicy Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add the Spices
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- 8
Prepare the Sauce
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and salt to the saucepan. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped fresh basil just before serving.
