Crispy Fried Calamari

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5 from 24 votes

Crispy Fried Calamari offers tender rings of squid lightly coated in a seasoned flour blend and quickly fried to maintain a pale, delicate crust. The coating includes garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper for subtle seasoning. The frying process is brief to preserve a tender bite rather than a heavy crust. Served with lemon wedges, this dish provides a classic seafood appetizer with a mild, savory flavor and a lightly crisp texture that pairs well with fresh citrus.

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

15 mins

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 341 kcal

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

canola oil for frying
1 pound squid cut in 1/4 inch rings and dried with a paper towel, clean bodies
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
1 lemon cut into wedges

Instructions

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In a large pot or dutch oven add three inches of oil and bring to 350 degrees.
Add the flour, salt, garlic powder and pepper to a large bowl and stir to combine.
Toss the squid pieces in the flour then into the hot oil.
Fry the squid for 1-2 minutes. You want the color to stay pale like in the pictures.
Remove to a cookie sheet to drain (do not add paper towels as it will steam the calamari and make it soft.)
Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information

Calories 341kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 54g (18%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 2g (3%) Cholesterol 264mg (88%) Sodium 342mg (14%) Potassium 383mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Vitamin A 35IU (1%) Vitamin C 19.6mg (22%) Calcium 53mg (5%) Iron 3.8mg (21%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 341

% Daily Value*

Calories	341kcal	17%
Carbohydrates	54g	18%
Protein	24g	48%
Fat	2g	3%
Cholesterol	264mg	88%
Sodium	342mg	14%
Potassium	383mg	8%
Fiber	2g	8%
Vitamin A	35IU	1%
Vitamin C	19.6mg	22%
Calcium	53mg	5%
Iron	3.8mg	21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.