Fried Calamari Recipe
Cherry peppers, lemon, marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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For the Calamari
For the Cherry Peppers
For Serving
Method
Preparing the Calamari
- 1
Prep the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Coating
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Soak in Buttermilk
Place the calamari rings in another bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Frying the Calamari
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Calamari
Remove the soaked calamari from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully place the coated calamari rings into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- 7
Drain the Calamari
Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the calamari and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Preparing the Cherry Peppers
- 8
- 9
Add Cherry Peppers
Add the cherry peppers to the skillet and season with salt. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they are soft and slightly blistered.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Arrange the fried calamari on a serving platter, top with sautéed cherry peppers, and serve with lemon wedges and marinara sauce on the side.
