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Fried calamari
(Calamari fritti 🦑)
Mama’s homemade fried calamari is a masterpiece that captures the essence of traditional Italian cooking.
The calamari is always perfectly tender, lightly coated in a seasoned flour mixture, and fried to a golden crisp. Each piece has the ideal balance of crunch and softness, served piping hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon that enhances the subtle flavors of the sea. Whether enjoyed as a starter for Sunday dinners or a special treat, it’s the kind of dish that instantly transports you to the Mediterranean coast. It’s a true family favorite, simple yet irresistible.
I feel like we always order this when we go out but now we can easily make it for dinner😊

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Calamari fritti
Ingredients:
2 cups Caputo flour
2 lbs squid full body
1/2 tsp of black pepper
1/2 tsp of salt
2 cups of vegetable oil

Instructions:
Wash and dry your squid with paper towel. Cut into 1/4 inch rings and leave tentacles whole. Season the flour with salt and pepper and add your squid.
Mix well and shake the excess flour off.
Prepare your pan with oil at a medium high temperature.
Test your oil with a tiny pinch of flour to see if it’s hot enough.
Now add your calamari to your oil without overfilling the pan. Keep turning until it becomes light golden in color. Remove from hot oil and place on paper towel to absorb oil. Sprinkle salt to taste. Add lemon wedges and Enjoy!