Pretzel-Crusted Squid with Mustard Dipping Sauce Recipe

Name: Pretzel-Crusted Squid with Mustard Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 8 ounces hard pretzels, crushed; 2 large egg whites; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 pound cleaned small squid, bodies cut crosswise into 1/2-inch rings, tentacles halved

Servings: persons

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
8 ounces hard pretzels, crushed
2 large egg whites
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 pound cleaned small squid, bodies cut crosswise into 1/2-inch rings, tentacles halved

1
In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with both mustards and the lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
2
In a food processor or blender, pulse the pretzels until they resemble cornmeal.
3
Transfer to a shallow bowl.
4
In another shallow bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy.
5
In a large saucepan, heat 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350.
6
Set a rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
7
Working in four batches, dip the squid in the egg; press out any excess egg.
8
Dredge the squid in the pretzel crumbs and shake off any excess.
9
Fry the squid in the hot oil until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes.
10
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the squid to the rack.
11
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
12
Transfer the squid to a platter and serve right away, with the mustard dipping sauce.

289

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Pretzel-Crusted Squid with Mustard Dipping Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pretzel-Crusted Squid with Mustard Dipping Sauce

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