Crispy Salt and Pepper Calamari

Experience the delightful crunch and bold flavor of crispy calamari, a perfect appetizer or snack that brings the taste of seaside restaurants to your home.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Calamari

1 pound fresh calamari, cleaned and sliced into rings Ensure calamari is cleaned properly.
1 cup all-purpose flour (can substitute with rice flour for a gluten-free option) Use rice flour for gluten-free.
1 teaspoon salt Additional salt for serving, if desired.
1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
1 teaspoon garlic powder For added flavor.
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying) Ensure oil is hot before frying.
to taste fresh parsley for garnish Optional, for serving.
to taste lemon wedges for serving Brings brightness to the dish.

Method

Preparation

In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to create the batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Dredge the calamari rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Frying

Once the oil is hot, add the calamari in small batches, avoiding overcrowding.
Fry the calamari for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the fried calamari to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Serving

Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper, and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1g

Notes

For a gluten-free variation, substitute all-purpose flour with rice flour. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes for added heat. Use pre-cleaned squid for convenience if short on time.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!