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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- 3
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in a separate bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for about 30 minutes.
- 4
Bread the Calamari
After soaking, remove the calamari from the buttermilk and dredge them in the flour mixture until they are well coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the breaded calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the calamari with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.
