Jun 09 2026
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Calamari Recipe

Inspired by The Wise Guy
Time40m
Serves4

Fried calamari served with marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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For the Calamari

Method

Preparing the Marinara Sauce

  1. 1

    Cook Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  3. 3

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped fresh basil at the end.

Preparing the Calamari

  1. 4

    Prepare the Calamari

    Slice the cleaned calamari into rings, if not already done. Pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 5

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  3. 6

    Coat the Calamari

    Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until well coated.

  4. 7

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 8

    Fry the Calamari

    Fry the calamari in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  6. 9

    Serve

    Serve the fried calamari hot with the marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

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