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Ingredients
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Calamari Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Make the Breading
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in a separate bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for about 30 minutes.
Bread the Calamari
After soaking, remove the calamari from the buttermilk and dredge them in the flour mixture until they are well coated.
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
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.
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.
