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Craving a delicious and simple seafood treat?

This crispy fried calamari recipe is perfect for beginners, offering a quick and satisfying way to enjoy tender squid with a golden, crispy coating.

With just a few basic ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a mouthwatering appetizer or snack that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

• 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 12 squid (cleaned and cut into rings)
• 1 lemon (cut into wedges for serving)

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oil

• Start by heating the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large saucepan.
• You want the oil to reach 350°F (175°C) for the best results.

Step 2: Mix the Coating

• In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, dried oregano, and black pepper.
• This seasoned flour mix will give your calamari its crispy coating.

Step 3: Dredge the Squid

• Take the cleaned squid rings and coat them evenly with the flour mixture.
• Make sure each ring is well-covered to ensure a crispy texture.

Step 4: Fry the Calamari

• Carefully place the coated squid rings into the hot oil.
• Fry them for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn a light golden brown.
• Be careful not to overcook them, as this can make the squid tough and chewy.

Step 5: Drain and Serve

• Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the calamari from the oil and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels. This will help remove any excess oil.

Step 6: Garnish

• Serve the crispy calamari with lemon wedges on the side. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a fresh, zesty flavor that perfectly complements the dish.

FAQs

How do I know when the oil is hot enough?

You can use a deep-fry thermometer to check that the oil is at 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if the bread browns in about 60 seconds, the oil is ready.

What can I serve with fried calamari?

Fried calamari is delicious on its own but pairs well with dipping sauces like marinara, aioli, or a squeeze of lemon. It also makes a great addition to salads or pasta dishes.

Classic Italian Calamari

This easy recipe for crispy fried calamari involves coating squid rings in a seasoned flour mixture, frying them until golden brown, and serving with fresh lemon wedges.

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Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• ▢ 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• ▢ ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 1 tsp dried oregano
• ▢ ½ tsp ground black pepper
• ▢ 12 squid (cleaned and cut into rings)
• ▢ 1 lemon (cut into wedges for serving)

Instructions

Prepare the Oil

1. Start by heating the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large saucepan.

   You want the oil to reach 350°F (175°C) for the best results.

Mix the Coating

1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, dried oregano, and black pepper.

   This seasoned flour mix will give your calamari its crispy coating.

Dredge the Squid

1. Take the cleaned squid rings and coat them evenly with the flour mixture.

   Make sure each ring is well-covered to ensure a crispy texture.

Fry the Calamari

1. Carefully place the coated squid rings into the hot oil.

   Fry them for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn a light golden brown.

   Be careful not to overcook them, as this can make the squid tough and chewy.

Drain and Serve

1. Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the calamari from the oil and let them drain on a plate lined with paper towels. This will help remove any excess oil.

Garnish

1. Serve the crispy calamari with lemon wedges on the side. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a fresh, zesty flavor that perfectly complements the dish.

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