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Quick Calamari with Garlic Mayo

Quick Calamari with Garlic Mayo
Need Head to the store and pick up lemon juice, mayonnaise, cornmeal, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
To prepare mayo, combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and chill.
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2
To prepare calamari, cut squid tubes into 1/2-inch rings. Leave tentacles intact. Rinse and pat dry.
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3
Combine cornmeal and next 3 ingredients in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add half of squid. Seal bag; shake to coat.
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4
Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over high heat.
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5
Add squid coated with cornmeal mixture to hot oil; cook 2 minutes, turning frequently, or until squid begins to curl around edges. (Do not overcook.)
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6
Remove squid from pan; drain on paper towels. Repeat procedure with remaining squid, cornmeal mixture, and 1/4 cup oil.
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7
Serve immediately with garlic mayo and lemon wedges.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score6
Dairy FreeGluten Free
DietsGluten FreeDairy FreePescatarian
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