Delicious fried calamari, crispy on the
outside, tender on the inside.
Fried Calamari
1 (2.5 pound) package cleaned calamari
(tubes and tentacles), rinsed well
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetable oil
- Cut calamari tubes into 1/4-inch-thick
rings. Soak calamari in cold water 30 minutes; drain. Pat dry
with paper towels.
- Combine flour and next 4 ingredients.
Dredge calamari in flour mixture.
- Pour oil to a depth of 6-inches into a
Dutch oven. Heat to 400°F (205°C).
- Fry calamari, in batches, 1 minute, allowing
oil to reach 400°F (205°C) before cooking next batch.
Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.
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