Brazilian recipe
Crispy Breaded Squid (Lula à milanesa)
A traditional recipe for breaded squid, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect for appetizers or a quick, tasty snack.
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Ingredients
1 kg of cleaned squid cut into rings
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 beaten eggs
1 cup of wheat flour
1 cup of breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Chopped green onions to taste for garnish
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 beaten eggs
1 cup of wheat flour
1 cup of breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Chopped green onions to taste for garnish
Where to find ingredients
Squid can be found at local fishmongers or seafood sections of supermarkets. Wheat flour, breadcrumbs, and basic seasonings are available at any grocery store. As a substitute for breadcrumbs, you may use Panko for an extra crunch, though traditional breadcrumbs are standard for this recipe.
Preparation method
- Season the cleaned squid rings with salt, black pepper, and oregano.
- In a bowl, dip the squid rings into the beaten eggs.
- In another container, mix the wheat flour with the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge the egg-coated squid rings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well covered.
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a frying pan.
- Fry the breaded squid rings in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried squid rings and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the breaded squid rings sprinkled with chopped green onions.
Observations
Breaded squid is a classic appetizer deeply appreciated in Brazilian cuisine, renowned for its simplicity and bold flavor. Prepared with fresh squid that is breaded and fried, this recipe delivers an irresistible crunch that appeals to everyone, making it the perfect choice to whet the appetite for any occasion.
The preparation is relatively quick, making it a versatile option for a fast snack, an elegant starter, or even a light main course. The combination of the tender squid with the golden, crispy coating makes this recipe a guaranteed success.
The preparation is relatively quick, making it a versatile option for a fast snack, an elegant starter, or even a light main course. The combination of the tender squid with the golden, crispy coating makes this recipe a guaranteed success.
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