Best Crispy Calamari
This is the BEST crispy calamari you will ever make. This is the exact procedure we did when I worked in a casual fine-dining restaurant.
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen calamari rings (thawed)
- ⅔ cup milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the calamari in a bowl and pour in enough milk to fully cover it (about 1 cup). Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, dried dill, salt, and pepper.
- Take a handful of calamari, letting any excess milk drip back into the bowl, then add it to the seasoned flour. Toss until evenly coated, then transfer to a baking sheet.
- Heat oil to 375°F (it will drop below 350°F when the calamari is added). Fry two handfuls at a time for 2–3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with the remaining calamari.