Fresh Basil Calamari Recipe
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Make Fresh Basil Calamari in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
Calamari
Basil Marinade
Garnish
Prepare the Calamari
1. Clean the Calamari
Rinse the fresh calamari under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Remove the head and innards, and slice the body into rings.
2. Season the Calamari
In a bowl, combine salt and black pepper. Toss the calamari rings with the seasoning mixture to coat evenly.
3. Dredge in Flour
Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Dredge the seasoned calamari rings in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Make the Basil Marinade
4. Blend Ingredients
In a blender or food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and salt. Blend until smooth.
5. Marinate Calamari
Toss the dredged calamari rings in the basil marinade until well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Cook the Calamari
6. Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
7. Fry the Calamari
Add the marinated calamari rings to the hot oil in a single layer. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Drain Excess Oil
Once cooked, remove the calamari from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve
9. Garnish and Serve
Serve the crispy calamari hot, garnished with lemon wedges and extra basil leaves. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!
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