Crispy Salt and Pepper Fried Squid You’ll Crave Again!

Experience the joy of crispy salt and pepper fried squid, a delectable appetizer that brings Mediterranean flavors to your table.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Coating

1 cup Flour can use gluten-free flour
1/4 cup Cornstarch
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste

For the Squid

1 pound Squid fresh or frozen, cleaned

For Frying

2 cups Oil vegetable or canola oil

For the Dipping Sauce

1/2 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
2 cloves Garlic minced

For Serving

1 lemon Lemon Wedges for garnish

Equipment

Deep pot or heavy skillet
Mixing Bowl
Slotted spoon

Method

Preparation

Defrost the frozen squid overnight in the refrigerator. Pat dry with paper towels and slice into thick rings.

Coating

In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Dredge squid rings in the mixture and shake off excess.

Frying

Heat oil in a deep pot to around 350°F (175°C). Fry squid rings in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Draining

Remove squid with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to maintain crispiness.

Dip Preparation

Mix mayonnaise with minced garlic in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.

Serving

Arrange squid on a platter with lemon wedges and serve with garlic mayonnaise dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, dry squid thoroughly and avoid overcrowding while frying. Adjust seasoning to taste if desired.

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