Brazilian recipe
Crispy Homemade Fried Calamari
Traditional recipe for crispy fried calamari, crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Ideal for snacks or a quick, flavorful side dish.
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Ingredients
1 kg cleaned calamari rings
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Oregano to taste
3 beaten eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Chopped green onions to taste for sprinkling
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Oregano to taste
3 beaten eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Chopped green onions to taste for sprinkling
Where to find ingredients
Calamari: Look for fresh or frozen calamari rings in the seafood section of larger supermarkets or at fish markets. Ensure they are cleaned and pre-cut for convenience.
Eggs, Flour, Breadcrumbs, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Pepper, Oregano, Green Onions: These are standard pantry staples and widely available in the produce or baking aisles of any supermarket.
Eggs, Flour, Breadcrumbs, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Pepper, Oregano, Green Onions: These are standard pantry staples and widely available in the produce or baking aisles of any supermarket.
Preparation method
- Season the cleaned calamari rings with salt, black pepper, and oregano
- In one bowl, dip the calamari rings in the beaten eggs
- In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with the breadcrumbs
- Pass the calamari rings, already coated in egg, through the flour mixture, ensuring they are well covered
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a frying pan
- Fry the breaded calamari rings in hot oil until golden and crispy
- Remove the fried calamari rings and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil
- Serve the fried calamari rings sprinkled with chopped green onions
Observations
Fried calamari is a classic and highly appreciated snack in Brazilian cuisine, known for its simplicity and distinct flavor. Prepared with fresh, breaded, and fried calamari rings, this recipe offers an irresistible crunch that pleases everyone, making it perfect for whetting your appetite on any occasion.
Its preparation is relatively quick, making it a versatile option for a fast snack, an elegant appetizer, or even a light main course. The combination of tender calamari with a golden, crispy coating ensures this recipe is a guaranteed success.
Its preparation is relatively quick, making it a versatile option for a fast snack, an elegant appetizer, or even a light main course. The combination of tender calamari with a golden, crispy coating ensures this recipe is a guaranteed success.
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