Fried Calamari

“Calamari” is a plural form of Italian word for squid. In food term, it is commonly known to be a batter-coated deep fried squid which is customarily serve as an appetizer. “The Cook” prepares Mayo-garlic dip which compliments the taste of the calamari.

 

Ingredients:
500 grams white big squid (cut in ½ inch thick)

 

Batter:
1 cup all purpose Flour
1/3 tsp. Baking powder
1 tsp. Iodized salt
½ tsp. Ground pepper
Cooking oil

Dip:
2 cloves garlic crushed
Mayonnaise

 

Procedure:

 

1. Wash squid and drain to remove water. Set aside.
2. In a plate, combine flour, baking powder, iodized salt and ground pepper. Mix well.
3. Dredge each cut squid in the flour mixture until fully covered.
4. Heat oil in a deep pan, fry squid for 1 minute.

 

Dip:
Mix mayonnaise with garlic.

 

Tips:

 

• Small amount of baking powder can make your calamari crispier.
• Do not over fry the squid. Over frying will make the squid tough.