FRIED CALAMARI W/GARLIC MAYONNAISE DIPPING SAUCE
My family loves this recipe as it beats anything they can order in a restaurant. It is light, crispy, not greasy and packed with suttle yet notable flavors.
Provided by Nancy Vargas
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Wash calamari and dry well with paper towels.
- 2. Whisk egg whites, cornstarch, grated garlic, salt and pepper until foamy.
- 3. Dip calamari into mixture, shake off excess and dip and coat with panko bread crumbs. Sit in frig for about 20 minutes.
- 4. Heat oil to 350 degrees in small skillet or use deep fryer. Fry calamari until golden (about 1 minutes), drain on paper towels and sprinkle with a little more salt. Can keep warm in 180 degree oven on a rack with door ajar until ready to add to Toss.
- 5. For Calamari Toss, saute pepper flakes and chopped garlic in a little oil for just a little bit(30 seconds). Don't burn garlic. Add sliced celery and saute about 1 minute. Add lemon (sliced moons) at end and saute for about 20 seconds and remove from heat. Toss with finished calamari.
- 6. For dipping sauce - Combine mayo, grated garlic, Italian parsley and lemon juice. Place on a small bowl to the side of the calamari.
- 7. Finish with a little lemon zest over the top - OPTIONAL.
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Haq Sindhi
[email protected]Thanks for sharing this recipe!
kara morgan
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe!
Rogernewday123
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a party or potluck.
Outlaw Brown
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can use different dipping sauces or even add different spices to the calamari.
Ombabu Chauhan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover calamari.
Abeer_shahid_1825 Abeer_shahid_18
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
sindhu Koti
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for fried calamari. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
MD JIBON HASAN
[email protected]I love this recipe! The calamari is always cooked perfectly and the dipping sauce is to die for.
MD saif Khan
[email protected]Overall, this recipe was a success! The calamari was tender and crispy, and the dipping sauce was flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Irfan Chandio
[email protected]The calamari was a bit overcooked, but the dipping sauce was delicious. I'll try again with a shorter cooking time.
Md Sifat Islam
[email protected]The calamari was crispy and the dipping sauce was flavorful, but I found the recipe to be a bit too oily.
Mayor Abiodun
[email protected]The calamari was a bit tough, but the dipping sauce was amazing. I'll try again with a different cooking method.
Dashon Kimball
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The calamari was cooked to perfection and the dipping sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ghulam Muhammad Junejo
[email protected]The calamari was crispy and tender, and the dipping sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Momna Tanveer
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and the calamari turned out great! The dipping sauce was also very good. Will definitely make this again.
Jamie Cruz
[email protected]Not a fan of calamari, but this recipe changed my mind! The calamari was cooked perfectly and the dipping sauce was amazing.
Niya Williams
[email protected]The calamari was tender and crispy, and the dipping sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of fries and it was a hit!
Saddam shah realsaddamkarachi
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe. Calamari came out crispy and the dipping sauce was delicious. Will definitely make this again!
Xarel
[email protected]These calamari were so tender and flavorful! The garlic mayonnaise dipping sauce was the perfect complement, adding a creamy and tangy touch to each bite. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.