Brazilian recipe
Crispy Homemade Calamari (Lula à milanesa)
A traditional recipe for crispy, golden-fried calamari that is tender on the inside. Perfect as a quick appetizer or a delicious snack.
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Ingredients
1 kg cleaned squid, cut into rings
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Chopped green onions for garnish
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying
Chopped green onions for garnish
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh or frozen cleaned squid rings at local wet markets (palengke) or the seafood section of supermarkets. Use standard all-purpose flour and plain breadcrumbs found in any baking or pantry aisle. Vegetable oil is widely available; coconut or palm oil can also be used for deep frying if preferred.
Preparation method
- Season the cleaned squid rings with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
- In a shallow bowl, dip the squid rings into the beaten eggs.
- In a separate dish, combine the all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs.
- Coat the egg-dipped squid rings thoroughly in the flour and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly covered.
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or skillet.
- Fry the breaded squid rings in the hot oil until they are golden brown and perfectly crispy.
- Remove the fried squid rings and drain them on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Serve the crispy lula à milanesa garnished with freshly chopped green onions.
Observations
Lula à milanesa is a quintessential classic often found in Brazilian beachside eateries, beloved for its straightforward preparation and bold, ocean-fresh flavor. By coating fresh squid rings in a seasoned breading and frying them until they reach the perfect crunch, you achieve a delightful texture contrast that is a staple for opening any meal.
This dish is impressively quick to assemble, making it a versatile choice for a casual snack, an elegant starter, or a light main course. The combination of succulent, tender squid protected by a golden-brown, crispy crust makes this a crowd-pleasing favorite that never fails to satisfy.
This dish is impressively quick to assemble, making it a versatile choice for a casual snack, an elegant starter, or a light main course. The combination of succulent, tender squid protected by a golden-brown, crispy crust makes this a crowd-pleasing favorite that never fails to satisfy.
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