Calamari Marinara Recipe
calamari served with marinara and the Bay's dipping sauce
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Marinara Sauce
Dipping Sauce
Method
Calamari Preparation
- 1
Clean and Cut Calamari
Rinse the fresh calamari under cold water. Remove the head and tentacles, and slice the body into rings, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- 2
Dredge Calamari
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
- 3
Fry Calamari
In a deep pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the calamari in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and cook uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Finish with Parsley
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving to add freshness to the sauce.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 8
Mix Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir until smooth and well blended.