Calamari Recipe
Tender calamari, lightly dusted with manioc flour and fried, served with sweet and zesty carnaval 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
Seasoning
In a bowl, combine the manioc flour, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dredge the calamari rings in the seasoned manioc flour until evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, 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, frying them in batches for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari and drain them on paper towels.
