Categories Shellfish Tomato Appetizer Fry Seafood Squid Deep-Fry Pescatarian Dairy Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the sauce:
- In a small pot over moderate heat, combine the tomatoes, garlic, salt, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes. Transfer the sauce to a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Keep warm.
- Fry the calamari:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper.
- Line a large baking sheet with paper towels. Fill a deep, heavy-bottomed medium saucepan (or deep fryer) with about 4 inches of oil, leaving at least 3 inches between the oil and the top of the saucepan. Heat the oil over moderately high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375°F.
- While the oil is heating, in a large bowl, stir together the calamari (rings and tentacles) and eggs. Remove the calamari from the egg, shaking gently to remove any excess, then transfer to the bowl of seasoned flour and toss to coat. Remove the calamari from the flour, shaking to knock off any excess, then transfer to the paper towel-lined baking sheet.
- Working in batches, use a slotted metal spoon or spider to carefully place the calamari in the hot oil. Fry, flipping as needed, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer as done to the paper towel-lined baking sheet and immediately season with salt. Continue to fry the remaining calamari, returning the oil to 375°F between batches.
- Serve the calamari with the tomato sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
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Fasial
[email protected]This recipe is a total fail. The calamari was tough and the sauce was bland.
Md Badhon Khan
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my calamari turned out rubbery. I followed the recipe exactly.
Emily Gitu
[email protected]This is the best calamari dish I've ever had. The calamari was cooked perfectly and the sauce was to die for.
zia rehman Khan
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I will try again and use less salt.
Gabriel A. Garcia Cordova
[email protected]The calamari was a bit tough, but the sauce was delicious. I will try again and cook the calamari for a longer time.
Yaseenali Yaseenali
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and chili flakes and it was much better.
Indu Shrestha
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of calamari, but this dish was surprisingly good. The sauce was especially flavorful.
Barea Lagha
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. The calamari was tender and the sauce was amazing.
Younas Zehri
[email protected]Loved it!
khizar Irfan
[email protected]This is now my go-to calamari recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out great.
Madni Khan
[email protected]The calamari was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I will try again and cook the calamari for a shorter time.
Lee Rivera
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I will definitely try it again with less chili flakes.
Janiya Ensley
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. The ingredients are simple and I had most of them on hand. The calamari turned out great - tender and flavorful.
Lateesha Yve
[email protected]This calamari dish was a hit! The roasted tomato sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the calamari was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.