Fritto Misto* Recipe
calamari + fennel + zucchini + marinara + lemon.
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Ingredients
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Seafood and Vegetables
Breading and Frying
Sauce and Garnish
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Clean the Calamari
Rinse the calamari under cold water. Remove the heads and tentacles, and slice the bodies into rings. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Fennel
Trim the fennel bulb, removing the stalks and fronds. Slice the bulb thinly.
- 3
Prepare the Zucchini
Wash the zucchini and slice it into thin rounds.
Breading and Frying
- 4
Prepare the Breading Mix
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Bread the Ingredients
Coat the calamari rings, fennel slices, and zucchini rounds in the breading mix, ensuring they are well covered.
- 7
Fry the Ingredients
Carefully add the breaded calamari, fennel, and zucchini to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes for each batch. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Fritto Misto
Arrange the fried calamari, fennel, and zucchini on a serving platter.
- 9
Add Marinara and Lemon
Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping, and garnish with lemon wedges.