Source: Koss13, AdobeStock One of the advantages of fried calamari is how easy it is to prepare. It makes for a sophisticated appetizer or main course. The trickiest part is cleaning the squid if you're using uncleaned ones. Another important tip: don't fry calamari for too long, or they'll become tough. Take note of our 15 recipes!
1. Fried Calamari Rings
Source: mirtesen.ruThe simplest appetizer you can make with calamari. Serve them with any of your favorite sauces.
You will need: 800 g calamari, 2 tbsp flour, 1 lemon, spices.
Preparation: Slice the calamari into rings and sprinkle with lemon juice. Dredge them in flour with spices and fry on both sides in a pan for about 2-3 minutes.
2. Fried Calamari in Soy Sauce
Source: eda-land.ruAn ideal fried calamari recipe for lovers of Asian cuisine – delicious and quick.
You will need: 500 g calamari, 150 ml soy sauce, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Slice the onion into thin strips and lightly fry in oil. Add the calamari rings and fry for another 30 seconds. Add soy sauce, minced garlic, and spices, and cook for another 2 minutes. The finished dish can be sprinkled with sesame seeds or herbs.
3. Fried Calamari with Onions in Butter
Source: dzen.ruEven more golden and aromatic than usual – a pure delight!
You will need: 300 g calamari, 1-2 onions, 90 g butter, spices.
Preparation: Slice the onion into half-rings and fry until soft in butter in a pan. Add the calamari rings, season, and fry for approximately 2-3 more minutes.
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4. Fried Calamari in Batter
Source: AdobeStockAdd any spices to the batter as you wish – for example, paprika or turmeric.
You will need: 5-6 calamari tubes, 2 eggs, 1 cup flour.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs until foamy, gradually add flour, and mix until a smooth batter with the consistency of sour cream is formed. Slice the calamari into rings, dip them in the batter, and fry until golden.
5. Fried Calamari with Lemon and Herbs
Source: pinterest.comSuitable for both frozen and fresh calamari.
You will need: 500 g calamari, 1 bunch parsley, 1 lemon, 3 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Slice the calamari into rings and dredge in flour with spices. Fry them for about 5 minutes in oil in a pan, stirring. Halfway through the process, drizzle with lemon juice and season again. Sprinkle the cooked calamari with chopped parsley.
6. Fried Calamari in Soy Sauce with Honey
Source: mirtesen.ruAn original Asian recipe with an unusual combination of flavors.
You will need: 4 calamari, 2 onions, 4 cloves garlic, 2 pinches chili flakes, spices, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1.5 tsp honey.
Preparation: Slice the onion into rings and fry until golden. Add the calamari cut into strips and fry for another 1 minute, stirring. Add honey, spices, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring.
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7. Fried Calamari in Beer Batter
Source: AdobeStockLight beer without additives is best for this recipe.
You will need: 500 g calamari, 2 eggs, 150 ml beer, spices, flour.
Preparation: Slice the calamari into rings and parboil for 1-2 minutes in boiling water. Whisk the eggs, beer, and spices, and add flour until the consistency of thin sour cream. Dip the calamari in the batter and fry them on both sides in a pan for about 40 seconds each.
8. Breaded Fried Calamari
Source: tendek.fiIt will be doubly interesting if you use Asian panko breadcrumbs.
You will need: 500 g calamari, 60 ml milk, 1 egg, 200 g breadcrumbs, 100 g flour, spices.
Preparation: Whisk the egg with milk and mix the sifted flour with spices. Slice the calamari into rings, dust them with flour, dip in egg, and then in breadcrumbs. Fry the calamari for 2-3 minutes in plenty of oil.
9. Stuffed Fried Calamari
Source: krasivoe-foto.ruThis is no longer an appetizer, but a complete main course that is even suitable for a festive table.
You will need: 800 g calamari, 2 eggs, 1 cup flour, 160 g mushrooms, 40 g green onions, spices, 1 bell pepper, 1 red onion, 2 carrots, 1 chili pepper, 10 cloves garlic, 1 lime, 3 tbsp soy sauce.
Preparation: Marinate the cleaned and rinsed calamari tubes in soy sauce, lime juice, and spices for half an hour. Fry minced garlic and chili pepper for a couple of minutes, add chopped onion, and after another 1 minute, add finely chopped mushrooms.
Fry for another 1 minute, stirring. Add finely chopped bell pepper, minced green onions, and grated carrots, and fry until the vegetables are soft. You can add a little ground meat. Season and cook everything together for 5 minutes, stirring.
Fill the calamari tubes with this stuffing and secure the openings with toothpicks. Dip the stuffed calamari in beaten eggs, dredge in flour with spices, and fry in plenty of oil or deep-fry for about 3 minutes.
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10. Fried Calamari in Tomato Sauce
Source: pinterest.comYou don't need to prepare a separate sauce for these calamari – they are fried directly in it.
You will need: 800 g calamari, 400 g strained tomatoes, 1 red onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp Italian herbs, spices.
Preparation: Slice the calamari into rings and fry for 1-2 minutes. Separately, fry minced onion and garlic until soft, add tomatoes, and bring to a boil. Add spices, place the calamari in this sauce, and cook for another 1 minute.
11. Fried Calamari in Wine
Source: bangkokbook.ruA delightful recipe that will please even gourmets!
You will need: 1 kg calamari, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp chopped parsley, 50 ml dry white wine, spices.
Preparation: Fry garlic for about 1-2 minutes in oil and set aside. In the same oil, fry the prepared calamari tubes for approximately 1-2 minutes, pour in the wine and let it evaporate. Add lemon juice, spices, and parsley, and cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes.
12. Fried Calamari in Cream Sauce
Source: lobsterhouse.ruThis tender dish will perfectly complement even a romantic dinner.
You will need: 500 g calamari, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 100 ml dry white wine, 250-300 ml cream, 15 g butter, spices and aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Fry minced onion and garlic in butter in a pan for a few minutes. Add wine, stir, and cook until the wine evaporates. Add calamari rings and fry for another 1-2 minutes, stirring. Pour in the cream, add spices, bring to a boil, and cook for another 1-1.5 minutes.
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13. Fried Calamari with Vegetables
Source: krasivoe-foto.ruIf desired, add any other vegetables or a vegetable mix.
You will need: 500 g calamari, 2 tomatoes, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, spices, 1 tbsp soy sauce.
Preparation: Slice the calamari and all vegetables into strips. In a pan, fry onion, carrots, and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes. Add all other ingredients and fry everything together for 5-7 minutes, stirring.
14. Fried Calamari in Sour Cream
Source: dzen.ruSurprisingly, sour cream pairs very harmoniously with seafood.
You will need: 4 calamari tubes, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp flour, 1.5 tbsp butter, spices.
Preparation: Slice the calamari into rings and fry them for 1-2 minutes in butter, stirring. Add flour and spices, and mix. Add sour cream and a little boiling water to completely cover the calamari. Simmer everything together for 1-2 minutes with the lid on.
15. Fried Calamari with Gravy
Source: rybnyjden.ruClassic gravy with sautéed vegetables perfectly complements even calamari.
You will need: 400 g calamari, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 150 g sour cream, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp each of butter and vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Mince the onion, grate the carrot, and fry them for a few minutes in a mixture of oils until soft. Add sour cream, tomato paste, and spices, and cook for another 1 minute. Add the calamari cut into strips and cook everything together for another 3-4 minutes.