Fried Squid | Calamari

Introduction

Thick, tender squid rings coated in a crispy fried, something that is invariably irresistible about biting into freshly cooked calamari. Whether it’s the very popular tapas dish in Spain, the indispensable street food of Southeast Asia, or hogging off a corner at a summer cookout, calamares have claimed their spot in kitchens across borders. The dish is undeniably popular with just about every demographic, but it’s the marriage of texture and taste that sets it apart—each bite satisfying with crunch, while the squid’s brininess prevails. This guide will explore how you can make restaurant-quality calamares at home.

Friend Squid | Calamari

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Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

• 500g squid, cleaned and cut into rings

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for added flavor)

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs

• Cooking oil, for frying

• Lemon wedges

Directions

• Prepare the Squid:
• Clean the squid thoroughly and cut into rings. Pat dry with paper towels.
• Season and Coat:
• In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge the squid rings in the flour mixture, making sure each ring is well-coated.
• Dip the coated squid rings into the beaten eggs, then coat them with breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
• Fry the Squid
• Heat the cooking oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat. Fry the squid rings in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
• Heat the cooking oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat. Fry the squid rings in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
• Serve:
• Serve the Squid Calamares hot with lemon wedges on the side.

The Classic Appeal of Calamares

One of the biggest itches to scratch among seafood appetizers comes in the form of calamari. This beautiful crust of crispy, golden brown has a pillow-soft interior, and whether it’s from your local beachside restaurant or prepared in the comfort of your home, it will have you howling with its perfectly streamlined silhouette of taste meeting texture. However, what is essentially so special about this dish made from squid?

A Global Favorite: Calamares in Cuisine

Calamari is now a symbol of global cuisine, from its origins around the Mediterranean coasts to crowded street markets of Southeast Asia. It can be cooked quite briefly, or it can be prepared according to preference and enjoyed in many forms cooked squid. Everyone loves a little calamares whether it be fried, grilled, or sautéed, its distinct taste and texture make it one of seafood’s top picks.

The Origin of Calamari

Calamari is a popular seafood staple around the globe, and the story of how it came to be might surprise you as much as the taste. From a humble squid snack on the Mediterranean shores to an international star in modern kitchens: Calamares. Where, however, did this delicious morsel come from, and what morphed it into the irresistible fried circle of goodness we now know as the humble calamari?