FROZEN FRIED CALAMARI RECIPES

Steps:

• 1. Rinse the calamari and thoroughly pat dry. Cut the tubes into ½ inch rings and cut the tentacles in half lengthwise. 2. Place the calamari in a large bowl with the buttermilk. Let stand for at least 4 hours in the fridge. 3. In another bowl, combine the flour, paprika, salt and black pepper. 4. Pour the vegetable oil in a heavy 4-quart pot, a little less than half way up the pot. Heat over medium-high heat to about 360ºF. 5. Remove the calamari from the buttermilk. Dip each piece into the flour mixture and fry in batches until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes. 6. Place fried calamari on a plate with paper towel to remove excess oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper as desired. 7. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. 8. Add the tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 9. Serve fried calamari with dipping sauce and lemon wedges.

Steps:

• Rinse squid under cold running water, then lightly pat dry between paper towels. Halve tentacles lengthwise and cut bodies (including flaps, if attached) crosswise into 1/3-inch-wide rings.
• Cook squid in a 5- to 6-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until just opaque, 40 to 60 seconds. Drain in a colander and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. When squid is cool, drain and pat dry.
• Whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then stir in onion and let stand 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine squid, olives, tomatoes, celery, and parsley in a large bowl. Toss with dressing and season with salt and pepper. Let stand at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.