Crispy Calamari Recipe
Lightly breaded calamari served with marinara sauce.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the wet mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge them in the dry mixture until thoroughly coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings in batches to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 7
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well.
- 9
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
