Classic Calamari

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
2 lbs. cleaned squid, cut into rings
1 1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 T. water
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 cup extra fine cracker meal
1 cup flour
4 eggs
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 T. grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
prepared marinara sauce
lemon slices
Instructions: 

Rinse squid rings and set aside. Preheat vegetable oil in a large skillet.
Place marinara sauce in saucepan on low heat.

In a bowl, combine eggs, milk, water and mix thoroughly. Reserve.

In a shallow dish, combine cracker meal, parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Reserve.

In a separate dish, place flour seasoned with black pepper. Coat squid with seasoned flour. Dip into egg mixture and then into cracker meal mixture. Increase vegetable oil to medium high. When hot, place squid rings into oil and cook 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Place Calamari on serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve with warm marinara sauce.

Source: Bob & Joe's Smart Seafood Guide, A Practical Look at Seafood.

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