Calamares Fritos Recipe
Lightly battered calamari rings served with fries and salsa criolla.
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Ingredients
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Calamares Fritos Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Gradually whisk in water until smooth.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Fry the Calamari
Dip the calamari rings in the batter, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Prepare the Fries
While the calamari is frying, prepare the french fries according to package instructions or fry them in the same oil until golden and crispy.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot alongside the french fries and salsa criolla.
