Fried Calamari
Crispy golden squid rings with a light batter, served with lime, cilantro, and a sweet chili dipping sauce. A perfect appetizer that's surprisingly easy to make at home.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 1 lb squid rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 whole lime
Instructions
- 1
Pat dry 1 lb squid rings with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- 3
Gradually whisk in 1 cup sparkling water until smooth. The batter should be thin and lump-free.
- 4
Heat 3 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F. Use a thermometer if you have one.
- 5
Dip squid rings into batter, letting excess drip off. Fry in batches without crowding, until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 6
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt immediately.
- 7
Serve hot with sweet chili sauce and lime wedges. Garnish with cilantro and red chili if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Deep pot or Dutch oven
- Cooking thermometer
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
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