Calamari Special

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   Firstly, prepare a deep-fryer with a good vegetable oil and heat to 375 degrees F, or use a medium size deep frying pan on high heat.

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   Defrost calamari and rinse under cold running water.

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   Cut calamari into 1/4 inch strips. If using fresh calamari, just cut into 1/4 inch strips. Pat dry calamari with paper towels.

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   In a medium size mixing bowl, mix together flour and Panko bread crumbs.

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   Add milk to a bowl and dip calamari in the milk.

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   Toss calamari strips in flour/crumb mixture just to coat. You do not want to have a heavy coating as it could drop off when frying.

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   Flash fry coated calamari in prepared deep-fryer or frying pan for about 15 seconds, deep frying in small amounts.

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   In a frying pan, heat 1/2 cup of vegetable oil to medium-high heat.

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   Add garlic and Sambal Oelek and stir well, cover with a screen to prevent oil from spattering or splashing.

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    Saute flash-fried calamari for about 1 minute or until nicely light brown. Do not over fry as it could get chewy.

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    Serve calamari with your favorite dip.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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