Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 2 pounds squid rings
  • 1 large egg, (beaten)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (optional)
  • oil for frying
  • lemon wedges

Instruction

  • Add enough oil to a skillet so that there is at least once inch of oil. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F.
  • In the meantime, add the squid rings and egg to a bowl and toss to coat well.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, half of the Old Bay Seasoning, and the cayenne pepper, if using.
  • When the oil is ready, transfer 10-12 rings at a time to the flour mixture and toss to coat. Carefully place the rings into the oil and fry 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • Remove the calamari from the oil and place on a wire cooling rack with a baking sheet under it. Sprinkle with a little Old Bay Seasoning.
  • Continue until all squid rings are fried.
  • To keep warm between frying, place baking sheet in oven set to 175 degrees F.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and Classic Homemade Tartar Sauce.