Calamari With Pepper Dip Recipe

Name: Calamari With Pepper Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons plain yogurt; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced fine; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste; Corn oil or canola oil for deep frying; 1 1/2 pounds cleaned squid, cut in rings; Salt to taste; 1 lemon, cut in wedges

Servings: persons

1
Mix the mayonnaise and the yogurt together in a small bowl.
2
Stir in the jalapeno pepper, cumin and 1 teaspoon paprika.
3
Refrigerate until ready to serve as a dip.
4
Mix the flour, remaining paprika and cayenne pepper together in a large bowl.
5
Pour the oil to a depth of two inches in a large skillet or a wok, and begin heating it.
6
Put the squid rings and any tentacles in the flour mixture, and toss to coat and separate them.
7
Shake off as much excess flour as possible.
8
Fry the squid pieces, a few at a time, until golden.
9
Do not crowd them in the pan.
10
As they are done, transfer them to absorbent paper, and continue frying until all have been cooked.
11
Dust with salt and serve at once with lemon wedges and the dip.

382

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons plain yogurt, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced fine, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Calamari With Pepper Dip falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Calamari With Pepper Dip

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Variations & substitutions

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