Best 6 Parmesan Calamari Steaks Recipes

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PARMESAN CALAMARI STEAKS



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These calamari steaks come out so tender you can break them with a fork. They are fast and easy to make and oh so good.

Provided by Lou Kostura

Categories     Steaks and Chops

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 23

4 calamari steaks
1-2 fresh lemons
2 c oil for frying
EGG DIP
4 eggs, beaten
1/2 c sherry
1 tsp oregano, dried
1 tsp basil, dried
1 tsp thyme, dried
1 tsp parsley flakes
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp salt
BREADING
1 1/2 c unseasoned bread crumbs
1/2 c parmesan cheese, shredded
1 tsp oregano, dried
1 tsp basil, dried
1 tsp thyme, dried
1 tsp parsley flakes
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp granulated garlic

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together ingredients for egg dip and put calamari steaks in to soak for 15-30 minutes
  • 2. While steaks are soaking mix together breading ingredients. Start heating oil to shimmering. I use canola or vegetable and only enough to half cover the steaks. I do not completely cover in oil. Olive oil will throw the taste off completely. I speak from experience on that one.
  • 3. Double Bread steaks, out of dip into breading, back into egg, back into breading.
  • 4. Fry steaks until golden on one side then flip. About 2 1/2 minutes a side. DO NOT OVERCOOK or these will be like chewing rubber bands
  • 5. Remove from oil, blot on paper towels.
  • 6. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon. (bottled is ok if you don't have fresh) * Note: I served with a artichoke and will also have this recipe posted for your enjoyment

CALAMARI PARMIGIANO RECIPE - (4.7/5)



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Provided by GratefulSea

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Calamari steaks
3/4 cup Panko or Italian Seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/8 teaspoon Cayenne
1 jumbo or 2 smaller eggs (better yet, use EggBeaters), beaten
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 Garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
salt and pepper, to taste
2 slices Provolone cheese
1 Tablespoon fresh minced Parsley (dried parsley is okay in a pinch)
lemon slices for garnish

Steps:

  • Whisk together bread crumbs, Parmesan, and cayenne in a shallow bowl, such as a pie plate. Beat one egg in a second small bowl. Dip calamari steaks first into the egg, allowing excess to drip off, and then into the bread crumb mixture. Set aside on waxed paper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium. Add the calamari steaks to the skillet, sprinkle top with a bit of lemon juice, then salt and pepper to taste, and cook no more than 3 minutes; don't move the steaks while they cook; they should release easily when the bread crumb coating is golden brown. Turn the steaks over, sprinkle with more lemon juice, salt and pepper, then lay a slice of provolone on top of each steak, cover and cook for another 3 minutes. Sprinkle parsley on top, garnish with lemon slices, and serve immediately.

BREADED CALAMARI STEAKS



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This is a very simple but delicious recipe for calamari steaks. Be careful though - they cook exceedingly fast. Make sure you have the rest of the meal ready and on the table before you cook the steaks.

Provided by NannyMarvel

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 calamari steaks
2 cups buttermilk
2 eggs
5 -6 dashes Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup milk
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Place calamari steaks in large bowl and cover with buttermilk. Let set for 15-30 minutes.
  • Whisk together eggs, Tabaso sauce and 1/2 cup of milk. Pour into flat dish or pie pan and set aside.
  • Mix flour, cumin, chile powder, garlic powder and salt and pepper. Put into flat dish or pie plan and set aside.
  • Put bread crumbs into flat dish or pie pan.
  • Heat oil in large skillet.
  • Drain calamari.
  • When oil is very hot, dredge the clamari in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg and then dredge in the breadcrumbs.
  • Fry in oil until golden brown on one side then immediately turn over and fry till golden brown on the other. This takes about 1-2 minutes total. Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.6, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 76.8, Sodium 865.8, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.6, Protein 10.8

CALAMARI STEAKS



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We love Calarami Steaks, this is my recipe that I have been making for Years & Years. They cook fast do not over cook. I usually cook them after we have had our salad, and have everything else ready. Enjoy.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Squid

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 calamari steaks (I buy ones that are pre-pounded)
2 eggs
salt
pepper
flour
Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
canola oil

Steps:

  • Use a big skillet, place oil in skillet.
  • Beat eggs in shallow bowl.
  • Put flour in another shallow pan.
  • Seasoned bread crumbs in another pan.
  • Salt and pepper Calamari steaks, dip first into flour then into egg, then in to seasoned bread crumbs.
  • Fry in hot skillet,turn when brown on first side, brown on other side.
  • Serve.
  • These COOK FAST-- DO NOT OVER COOK as they will get TOUGH.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.8, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 35.5, Carbohydrate 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.1

CALAMARI STEAK



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Make and share this Calamari Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Italian Cook

Categories     Squid

Time 50m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 calamari steak
1 cup progresso breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 cup heavy cream, mixed 1/3 with
half-and-half
2 tablespoons gorgonzola
2 tablespoons pecorino romano cheese (parmesan)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch chili flakes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pinch chopped fresh basil (so its in strips)
20 capers
3 kalamata olives, cut in half
1 tablespoon onion
salt and pepper
marinara sauce, maybe 1/8 cup (enough to make sauce pinkish)
oil, to create shallow fry in a medium pan

Steps:

  • in a small bowl beat egg, 1/4 cup of cream mixture, dried oregano, dried basil, chili flakes, one tablespoons parmesan cheese, and pinch salt pepper.
  • Dry the calamari steak and dip into the mixture.
  • Place calamari steak in bread crumbs and coat with crumbs pressing the crumbs into the steak with heel of hand until well attached.
  • Heat oil in medium frying pan.
  • Fry calamari steak until golden brown on both sides, steak is now cooked.
  • In a separate pan saute onions, capers, and olives.
  • When done, add remaining cream mixture, Gorgonzola cheese, remaining parmesan, fresh basil, lemon juice, and marinara sauce, please salt to taste.
  • When sauce is thick either heat calamari steak in oven for 1 minute or add hot sauce over the top, and eat!

LEMON CAPER CALAMARI STEAKS WITH BROCCOLINI



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Categories     Cheese     Citrus     Dairy     Egg     Fish     Garlic     Vegetable     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, crushed in a garlic press
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
1 lb Broccolini, trimmed
1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
4 frozen calamari steaks (1 lb total), thawed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon bottled capers in brine, rinsed and drained
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook garlic and red-pepper flakes, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds. Add Broccolini and cook, turning with tongs, until coated with oil, then add water and salt and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a platter with tongs and keep warm, loosely covered with foil.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. While oil heats, stir together flour, cheese, and pepper in a wide shallow bowl, then lightly beat egg with water in another wide shallow bowl. Dredge 1 calamari steak in flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip in egg mixture, letting excess drip off, and transfer to a plate. Dredge another steak in flour and dip in egg in same manner, then sauté coated steaks over moderately high heat, turning over once, until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes total. Transfer to platter with Broccolini and keep warm, loosely covered. Dredge, dip, and sauté remaining 2 steaks in same manner, transferring to platter.
  • Pour off fat from skillet, then add butter, lemon juice (to taste), and capers to skillet and cook over moderate heat just until butter melts, about 45 seconds. Pour lemon caper sauce over calamari steaks and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh calamari steaks: Fresh calamari steaks have a delicate flavor and texture that is best enjoyed when cooked properly. If you are using frozen calamari steaks, be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Tenderize the calamari steaks: To tenderize the calamari steaks, you can use a meat mallet to pound them gently. This will help to break down the fibers and make them more tender.
  • Marinate the calamari steaks: Marinating the calamari steaks in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs will help to add flavor and moisture to the steaks.
  • Cook the calamari steaks quickly over high heat: Calamari steaks should be cooked quickly over high heat to prevent them from becoming tough. Cook the steaks for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are just cooked through.
  • Serve the calamari steaks immediately: Calamari steaks are best served immediately after they are cooked. You can serve them with a variety of dipping sauces, such as marinara sauce, tartar sauce, or lemon butter sauce.

Conclusion:

Parmesan calamari steaks are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your calamari steaks are tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give parmesan calamari steaks a try!

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