Calamar Croustillant | How to make Restaurant Style Fried Calamari

calamari

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: squid rings

Zucchini offers a lighter option, while squid rings are often more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter, crunchier texture, while crushed crackers are a budget-friendly alternative.

Clean squid and slice into rings.

Prepare a breading station with tapioca starch, beaten egg, and additional tapioca starch for coating.

Season tapioca starch with white pepper and salt.

Dredge squid rings in seasoned tapioca starch, shaking off excess.

Dip floured rings into beaten egg, coating well.

Coat rings in additional tapioca starch, pressing lightly to adhere.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry squid in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot.

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