Calamari
Calamari is a delicious seafood dish known for its tender texture and flavor. Perfectly fried and served with a variety of dips, it's a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh calamari cleaned and sliced into rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Start by cleaning the calamari, removing any skin and innards.
- Slice the calamari into rings, about 1/2 inch thick.
- In a bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
- Soak the calamari rings in the buttermilk mixture for at least 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour and paprika.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove calamari from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Carefully place the calamari in the hot oil, frying in batches.
- Fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 10gFiber: 1g
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