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Calamares a la Romana

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time25 mins

 1 lb (450g) squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch rings
 1 cup all-purpose flour
 2 large eggs, beaten
 Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
 Lemon wedges for serving
 Oil for frying (such as vegetable or canola)
1

Prepare the Squid:

Pat the squid rings dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

2

Batter the Rings:

Place the flour in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
Dredge the squid rings in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip them into the beaten eggs.

3

Fry the Calamari:

Heat a good amount of oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
In batches, carefully place the coated squid rings into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the fryer.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

4

Serve:

Serve the calamari immediately with lemon wedges and your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

120g

Amount per serving
Calories300
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g13%

Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Sodium 400mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 25g10%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.