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Salt and pepper fried squid

Crispy Salt and Pepper Fried Squid Your New Favorite Appetizer

This Salt and Pepper Fried Squid is a simple, quick, and delicious appetizer, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breading
  • 1 pound squid Fresh or frozen, patted dry
  • 1 cup flour For coating
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch For crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
  • 2 cups oil High smoke-point oil like vegetable or canola
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Creamy base
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 lemon lemon wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. If using frozen squid, defrost overnight and pat dry. Clean and slice whole squid into rings.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Dredge squid rings in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
  4. Heat oil in a pot, around 2 inches deep, to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry squid in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Drain cooked squid on paper towels.
  7. Mix mayonnaise and minced garlic for dipping sauce.
  8. Serve squid garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste and texture. Adjust garlic in the dipping sauce according to preference.

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