Calamari Recipe
Crispy fried calamari served with a side of marinara sauce.
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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 dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Dip in Buttermilk
Soak the dried calamari rings in buttermilk for about 10 minutes.
- 4
Coat the Calamari
Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil, frying them in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried calamari with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with marinara sauce on the side.
