Deep-Fried Calamari
- Diabetes-friendly
- Prenatal pick
- Heart-healthy
- Lactose free
Serve these crispy deep-fried squid rings to dip in tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (1 kg) frozen cleaned squid
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp (45 mL) cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil for deep-frying
- Salt
- Lemon wedges
Preparation
Thaw squid; drain well. Cut tubes into ½-inch (1 cm) rings. In resealable plastic bag, combine flour, cornstarch and cayenne. Add squid rings and tentacles to bag; shake to coat.
In deep fryer or deep heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil to 425F (220C); cook squid, in batches, until golden, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt to taste. Serve with lemon wedges.
In deep fryer or deep heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil to 425F (220C); cook squid, in batches, until golden, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt to taste. Serve with lemon wedges.
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