How To Make Crispy Fried Calamari AT HOME

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

marinara sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Homemade sauce can be healthier and ketchup is a cheaper alternative.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: panko breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crushed crackers can be a more economical choice.

Cut the squids into round rings.

Prepare a bowl with plain flour and season it with salt, black pepper, and smoked garlic.

Mix the seasoned flour well.

Dredge the calamari rings in the flour, ensuring they are well coated.

Heat oil in a deep pot for frying.

Fry the calamari until golden brown, checking for the right color.

Remove the calamari from the oil and place it on a plate.

Squeeze lemon juice on top before serving.

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