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crab meat

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: pollock

Canned tuna is more affordable and lower in calories.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Soy sauce is easier to find and adds umami.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a healthier binder option.

Add 6 oz of self-raising flour to a bowl.

Sprinkle in a little bit of salt and 1 teaspoon of paprika.

Add 8 fluid ounces of cold water gradually, stirring to combine until thickened to a heavy cream consistency.

Let the batter rest.

Prepare the squid by cutting it into strips and removing the beak.

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the squid and toss to coat.

Dip the squid pieces into the batter and use tongs to manage them.

Fry the squid in hot oil for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

Remove the squid from the fryer and drain excess oil.

Serve with wedges of lemon and lime.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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