Brazilian recipe
Crispy Crumbed Squid (Lula à milanesa)
A classic recipe for crispy crumbed squid—golden and crunchy on the outside, perfectly tender on the inside. An ideal snack or appetiser.
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Ingredients
1 kg cleaned squid, sliced into rings
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup plain flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Fresh chopped spring onions for garnish
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup plain flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Fresh chopped spring onions for garnish
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh squid rings at your local fishmonger or the seafood counter of major supermarkets like Coles or Woolworths. For the breadcrumbs, the standard dried variety found in the baking or international aisle works best. If you cannot find pre-cleaned squid, ask your fishmonger to clean them for you.
Preparation method
- Season the cleaned squid rings with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
- Place the beaten eggs in a shallow bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix the plain flour and breadcrumbs together.
- Dip the seasoned squid rings into the egg, ensuring they are well coated.
- Dredge the egg-coated squid rings in the flour and breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating.
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a frying pan or heavy-based pot.
- Fry the crumbed squid rings in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried squid rings and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil, then serve sprinkled with freshly chopped spring onions.
Observations
Crispy crumbed squid is a classic Brazilian bar snack, widely loved for its simplicity and bold flavour. Made with fresh squid that is lightly coated and deep-fried, this recipe delivers an irresistible crunch that is guaranteed to impress as a starter for any gathering.
Preparing this dish is quite straightforward, making it a versatile option for a quick snack, an elegant appetiser, or even a light main course. The contrast between the tender squid and the golden, crispy breadcrumb coating is what makes this dish a true staple.
Preparing this dish is quite straightforward, making it a versatile option for a quick snack, an elegant appetiser, or even a light main course. The contrast between the tender squid and the golden, crispy breadcrumb coating is what makes this dish a true staple.
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