Anyone here know how to make fried calamari? - Rape Board

bayresident · 08-28-2008, 12:36 AM

I buy them but its getting too expensive. How do you go about making them? Just cut squid, dip in flour then deep fry? What else do you put on it?

I tried searching recipes but theyre all fancy or have no pictures. Also, is squid expensive in the US?

squidley · 08-28-2008, 08:49 AM

Preparation:

Rinse squid under cold running water. Cut each squid body tube crosswise into 1/4-inch rings. Pat pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels.
Beat egg with milk in small bowl. Add squid pieces; stir to coat well. Spread bread crumbs on plate. Dip squid pieces in bread crumbs; place in shallow bowl or on waxed paper. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before frying.
To deep fry squid,* heat 1-1/2 inches oil in large saucepan to 350Â°F.

(Caution: Squid will pop and spatter during frying; do not stand too close to pan.) Adjust heat to maintain temperature. Fry 8 to 10 pieces of squid at a time in hot oil 45 to 60 seconds until light brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining squid pieces. Do not overcook squid or it will become tough.

*To shallow fry squid, heat about 1/4 inch oil in large skillet over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium. Add single layer of squid to hot oil without crowding. Cook, turning once, 1 minute per side or until light brown.
Serve hot with Tartar Sauce and lemon wedges.

No clue on what you'll pay for fresh squid. It depends on where in the USA you are. Closer to the oceans, the price is usually less, in the midwest you pay more for fresh seafood, so it's best to shop around where you live for a more accurate price. Local seafood shops are also usually a better bet than high end groceries who love to stick to you for overpriced meats and seafood.

Best of luck.

The Squid

No relatives were hurt in the creation of this posting.

kitty_joanne · 08-28-2008, 10:54 AM

tips no. 1

go to your google.com and type "how to make fried calamari"

tips no. 2

go to your nearest fast food restaurant

MADDOGMCMANAMAN · 08-28-2008, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kitty_joanne

tips no. 1

go to your google.com and type "how to make fried calamari"

tips no. 2

go to your nearest fast food restaurant

LMAO AT two great tips !!

stang07 · 08-28-2008, 11:29 PM

No fair! I love calimari...getting hungry!

PleezedBySleeze · 08-29-2008, 12:46 AM

No, but do a google search for "fried oreos" and prepare for a heart attack.

Tin Manifest · 08-29-2008, 01:36 AM

The egg and bread crumbs works well, and if you want a lighter breading I just use flour seasoned with salt and pepper. I'd also like to suggest topping the calamari with grated red onion when it's ready to be served.

Ragman · 08-29-2008, 02:46 AM

NOTHING like getting cooking tips from a Rape message board! +rep

ego · 08-29-2008, 09:37 AM

Forget frying. Stuff them with rice, green pepper and white cheese, put them in the oven.

Hidinginyourbushes · 08-30-2008, 03:59 PM

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/g...ipe/index.html

Lemarchand · 08-30-2008, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ragman

NOTHING like getting cooking tips from a Rape message board! +rep

I beg to differ Ragman...Cooking tips from a cannibalism message board would just top that I think!

Lem

08-28-2008, 12:36 AM	#1
bayresident Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 36 Reputation: 63	Anyone here know how to make fried calamari? I buy them but its getting too expensive. How do you go about making them? Just cut squid, dip in flour then deep fry? What else do you put on it? I tried searching recipes but theyre all fancy or have no pictures. Also, is squid expensive in the US?

08-28-2008, 08:49 AM	#2
squidley Privileged Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: USA Posts: 305 Reputation: 5650	Preparation: Rinse squid under cold running water. Cut each squid body tube crosswise into 1/4-inch rings. Pat pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels. Beat egg with milk in small bowl. Add squid pieces; stir to coat well. Spread bread crumbs on plate. Dip squid pieces in bread crumbs; place in shallow bowl or on waxed paper. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before frying. To deep fry squid,* heat 1-1/2 inches oil in large saucepan to 350Â°F. (Caution: Squid will pop and spatter during frying; do not stand too close to pan.) Adjust heat to maintain temperature. Fry 8 to 10 pieces of squid at a time in hot oil 45 to 60 seconds until light brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining squid pieces. Do not overcook squid or it will become tough. *To shallow fry squid, heat about 1/4 inch oil in large skillet over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium. Add single layer of squid to hot oil without crowding. Cook, turning once, 1 minute per side or until light brown. Serve hot with Tartar Sauce and lemon wedges. No clue on what you'll pay for fresh squid. It depends on where in the USA you are. Closer to the oceans, the price is usually less, in the midwest you pay more for fresh seafood, so it's best to shop around where you live for a more accurate price. Local seafood shops are also usually a better bet than high end groceries who love to stick to you for overpriced meats and seafood. Best of luck. The Squid No relatives were hurt in the creation of this posting.

08-29-2008, 02:46 AM	#8
Ragman Privileged Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: an alley near you Posts: 2,226 Reputation: 5535	NOTHING like getting cooking tips from a Rape message board! +rep __________________ "Aww He's just a silly, dirty little man. What's to be afraid of ?" 2

08-29-2008, 09:37 AM	#9
ego the obscure Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,457 Reputation: 14892	Forget frying. Stuff them with rice, green pepper and white cheese, put them in the oven. __________________ ..lure them all into the abyss!

08-28-2008, 10:54 AM	#3
kitty_joanne Sleeping Siren Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Suburb Posts: 2,817 Reputation: 28630	tips no. 1 go to your google.com and type "how to make fried calamari" tips no. 2 go to your nearest fast food restaurant

08-28-2008, 11:29 PM	#5
stang07 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: just south of Hell Posts: 28 Reputation: 49	No fair! I love calimari...getting hungry!

08-29-2008, 12:46 AM	#6
PleezedBySleeze Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 55 Reputation: 86	No, but do a google search for "fried oreos" and prepare for a heart attack.

08-29-2008, 01:36 AM	#7
Tin Manifest Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 40 Reputation: 453	The egg and bread crumbs works well, and if you want a lighter breading I just use flour seasoned with salt and pepper. I'd also like to suggest topping the calamari with grated red onion when it's ready to be served.

08-30-2008, 03:59 PM	#10
Hidinginyourbushes Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 14 Reputation: 150	http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/g...ipe/index.html