Deep-fried Calamari Rings

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 6 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 12 ounces frozen calamari rings, thawed and drained
• salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons cocktail sauce, or to taste
• 1 lemon, quartered

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• stir flour, 2 teaspoons salt, paprika, and black pepper together in a shallow bowl.
• heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• press calamari rings into the flour mixture until evenly coated, shaking off excess flour.
• working in batches, fry calamari rings in the hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. transfer cooked calamari to a paper towel-lined plate; sprinkle with salt. serve calamari with cocktail and lemon wedges.