Salt And Pepper Calamari Recipe
Crispy calamari served with mustard sauce.
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Ingredients
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Calamari
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 5
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.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with mustard sauce.

