Calamari Recipe
calamari steaks, parmesan cup, pesto, cocktail sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning and Coating
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari steaks under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Cut the steaks into smaller pieces if desired.
- 2
Cooking
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Take each piece of calamari and first coat it in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure each piece is well coated.
- 4
Fry the Calamari
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated calamari pieces in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the calamari from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with pesto and cocktail sauce on the side.
