Calamari
Indulge in the delightful taste of calamari, a dish that captures the essence of the sea with its crispy exterior and tender texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb calamari cleaned and sliced into rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by cleaning the calamari under cold water.
- Slice the calamari into rings if not pre-sliced.
- In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture.
- Dip the floured rings into the beaten eggs.
- Coat the rings with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the calamari in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 12gFiber: 2g
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