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Calamari Fritti: Herb-Crusted Fried Calamari
Difficulty Level
Low
Cooking Time
5-10 minutes
Cost
Low
Calamari, small squid, are a traditional Italian summer dish. The classic way to prepare them is by dipping in batter and frying, then serving them topped with a squeeze of lemon. The secret to tender calamari is to not overcook them, so be sure your oil is good and hot — about 375 degrees Fahrenheit — before you start frying the first batch.
This recipe for fried calamari is probably much like the one that inspired the idea for Alessi’s elegant long-legged juice squeezer,
