Fried Calamari Recipe
pickled peppers, feta, citrus chili glaze
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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- 2
Make the Coating
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Toss the calamari rings in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Prepare the Glaze
In a small bowl, mix together honey, sriracha, and lime juice to create the citrus chili glaze.
- 7
Serve
Plate the fried calamari and top with pickled peppers and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle the citrus chili glaze over the top and serve immediately.