Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • oil for frying
  • 1/2 pound calamari rings (thawed if frozen)
  • 3 egg whites
  • 2/3 cup cornstarch
  • 2/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (plus more for after frying)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (plus more for after frying)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a large pan or pot over medium high heat.
  • Place egg whites in one bowl, whisk slightly. In another bowl mix together cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper and granulated garlic.
  • Dip squid pieces into egg, then place in cornstarch mixture and toss to coat. Shake any excess off.
  • Once oil reaches 375 degrees, begin frying calamari. You may need to do this in batches, be careful not to over crowd the pan or the pieces will stick together. Fry calamari for 2 minutes, do not over cook or it will become tough. Using a slotted spoon transfer to a cooling rack on top of a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with a little more kosher salt, pepper and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.