There’s nothing quite like perfectly crispy fried calamari, just like the ones served at traditional Greek tavernas! With a golden, crunchy coating and tender interior, this dish is a staple of Mediterranean seafood cuisine. The secret? A simple yet effective breading method that ensures a light, crispy texture every time.
If you’ve ever wondered how to make authentic fried calamari at home, this easy Greek recipe has you covered. Whether you’re preparing it for a seafood feast or as a quick appetizer, follow these expert frying tips to get tavern-quality results every time!
Crispy Fried Calamari Like at the Greek Tavern – Plus How to Clean Them Step-by-Step
6
servings5
minutes10
minutes485
kcal15
minutesMake crispy fried calamari at home with this easy Greek recipe! Light, golden, and crunchy, just like at the best seafood tavernas. Serve with lemon wedges for the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
1 kg 2.2 lb Squid (cleaned and sliced into rings)
250 g 8.8 oz Corn Flour (cornmeal)
1 liter 33.8 fl oz Vegetable Oil (for frying)
- For Garnish
Salt, to taste
Fresh Lemon Wedges
How to make Fried Calamari
- Preparation
- Clean the squid and cut it into rings. (Check the video for the proper cleaning method.)
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot until it reaches a high temperature.
- Breading & Frying
- In a shallow dish or bowl, combine cornmeal with a pinch of salt and mix well.
- Coat a few squid rings at a time in the mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
- Carefully drop the coated rings into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat the process with the remaining squid rings.
- Serving
- Serve the crispy fried calamari on a platter with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
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Nutrition Facts
6 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories490
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
25g
32%
- Saturated Fat 3.5g 19%
- Cholesterol 215mg 72%
- Sodium 330mg 14%
- Total Carbohydrate
32g
12%
- Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
- Total Sugars 0g
- Protein 33g 66%
- Calcium 0mg 0%
- Iron 11mg 60%
- Potassium 400mg 8%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.