Spicy Crispy Fried Calamares

Ingredients for Spicy Crispy Fried Calamares

• 1 lb frozen squid rings, thawed, washed, and drained
• 1 cup milk
• Juice of 1 lemon or 4–5 calamansi
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons onion powder (optional)
• Salt
• Ground pepper
• Oil, for deep-frying

How to cook Spicy Crispy Fried Calamares

1. 1.Soak squid rings in milk for at least 1 hour, then stir in lemon or calamansi juice.
2. 2.Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cayenne, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. 3.Heat enough oil in a deep pan over medium heat to fully submerge the squid.
4. 4.Dredge squid in the flour mixture until fully coated.
5. 5.Fry in uncrowded batches for 2–3 minutes, until crisp and golden.
6. 6.Drain with a slotted spoon on paper towels and serve immediately.