FRIED CALAMARI

 

Yield: 4 servings

Author: Ana Marti

Fried Calamari

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 20 Min

Want to make restaurant-quality fried calamari at home? If so, this recipe is for you! Light in texture in deep-fried to perfection. Serve it with marinara sauce and lemon wedges, and you'll be good to go!

Ingredients

• 1 lb cleaned squid, cut into rings
• 1/2 cup buttermilk (1/2 tablespoon white vinegar + 1/2 cup whole milk)
  
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable or Canola oil, for frying
• Marinara sauce, lemon slices, fresh parsley, for serving, optional

Instructions

1. Place the calamari in a bowl with the buttermilk. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes. 
2. In a shallow dish, add flour, cornstarch, salt, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
3. In a large pot, preheat the oil to 375 degrees F.
4. Remove the calamari from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Repeat this process with all the remaining calamari pieces.
5. Fry the calamari in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain the calamari on a paper towel and sprinkle with additional salt, if needed.
6. Sprinkle chopped parsley and serve with marinara sauce and lemon wedges, if desired.
7. ENJOY!

 

 

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