Calamari Recipe
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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Clean the calamari by removing the head and innards, and cut the body into rings. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Marinate in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in a bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 3
Make the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the rings in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 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 and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.
