Jul 14 2026
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Calamari Recipe

Inspired by Windrush Grill
Time30m
Serves4

Lightly fried and served with Sweet Thai chili sauce

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Ingredients

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Calamari

Sweet Thai Chili Sauce

Method

Preparation of Calamari

  1. 1

    Clean the Calamari

    Begin by cleaning the fresh calamari. Remove the head, innards, and skin. Rinse the calamari under cold water and slice the body into rings.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading

    In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well to create an even coating.

  3. 3

    Beat the Eggs

    In another bowl, beat the eggs until well combined. This will be used to help the breading stick to the calamari.

Cooking the Calamari

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large deep skillet or pot, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small amount of the breading mix into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.

  2. 5

    Coat the Calamari

    Dip each calamari ring into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the breading mixture.

  3. 6

    Fry the Calamari

    Carefully place the coated calamari rings in the hot oil, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  4. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the calamari from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with Sweet Thai chili sauce on the side.

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