Deep Fried Calamari With Cherry Peppers

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    244 kcal

Deep Fried Calamari With Cherry Peppers

This classic Italian recipe for calamari fritti will transport you straight to the shores of the Mediterranean. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen skills, you can recreate this popular restaurant dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh squid tubes and tentacles, cleaned
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup jarred sliced cherry peppers or banana peppers drained (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Neutral oil for frying such as peanut, grape seed, canola
  • Lemons wedges for serving

Notes

  • It’s really important the squid doesn’t have too much buttermilk on it when being added to the flour. You want to make sure you really shake most of it off first, or else it will clump up and make the coating thicker and more dense.
  • Don't overcook the calamari or it will get tough and rubbery. 2-3 minutes max in the hot oil.
  • Either use a candy or oil thermometer to make sure the oil is at approximately 375 degrees F. Don’t let it get lower than 350. Work in batches - don’t overcrowd the oil or it will lower the temperature, which will cause the calamari to become greasy and rubbery.
  • If you don’t have a thermometer, dip the back of a wooden spoon into the hot oil and if it rapidly bubbles, the oil is ready.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 244kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 181mg (60%) Sodium 1162mg (48%) Potassium 276mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 92IU (2%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 193mg (19%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 244kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Cholesterol 181mg 60%
Sodium 1162mg 48%
Potassium 276mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 92IU 2%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 193mg 19%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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