Fried Calamari
This fried calamari recipe is tender pieces of squid soaked in buttermilk, then coated in seasoned flour and deep fried to golden brown perfection. A quick and easy appetizer option that's even better than what you'd get at a restaurant!
Ingredients
- 1 pound calamari (rings and tentacles)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt (plus more for serving)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- vegetable oil for frying
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- 1
Place the calamari in a bowl with the buttermilk and stir to combine.
- 2
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Heat 3-4 inches of oil in a large deep pot to 375 degrees F.
- 4
Place the flour, salt, paprika, pepper and garlic powder in a medium bowl; stir to combine.
- 5
Remove each piece of squid from the buttermilk and dredge in the flour. Repeat the process until all pieces are coated.
- 6
Place 8-10 pieces of squid in the oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- 7
Remove the squid from the oil and drain on paper towels. Repeat the process with the remaining squid.
- 8
Sprinkle additional salt over the squid if desired, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.