Fried Calamari

Fried CalamariIngredients

  • 1 pound calamari rings and tentacles

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika 

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • Extra-virgin olive oil for frying

Directions

  1. Place the calamari in a bowl with the buttermilk. Stir to combine. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot to 375 degrees F. Meanwhile, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine.
  3. Remove each piece of squid from the buttermilk and dredge in flour mixture. Repeat until all pieces are coated.
  4. Place 8-10 pieces of squid in the oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes each, or until golden brown.
  5. Remove the squid from the oil and drain on paper towels. Repeat until all pieces are cooked.
  6. Plate, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve.