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Fried Calamari with Lemon Parsley Aioli

cinderellasapron
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound squid calamari tubes, cut into 1/3 inch rings
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3/4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • vegetable oil, for frying

Lemon Parsley Aioli

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 TBSP lemon juice
  • 2 TBSP olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 TBSP parsley, minced
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Soak the calamari rings in milk for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper in a bowl.
  • Heat 2-3 inches of oil in a deep walled skillet to 350 degrees. Drain the calamari from the milk, and toss into the flour mixture.
  • Using a spider or slotted spoon, shake off the excess flour, and place calamari into the hot oil. Cook for about a minute, or until golden brown.
  • Place on a towel lined sheet pan to drain.
  • To make the Lemon Parsley Aioli, combine the mayo, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and parsley in a bowl. Use as a dipping sauce for the calamari.
Keyword fried calamari, summer appetizer, summer recipe