Fried squid calamari

4 to 6 squid or calamari about 1 1/2 cups cut into rings
1 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 to 1/2 cup bread crumbs
oil to fry

Marinate the squid with chilli powder and salt, leave aside for 10 minutes, don't throw out the water from the marinate. Toss the squids with cornstarch. Then coat with fine breadcrumbs and leave aside till the oil is hot.

Heat the oil in high heat and fry. It shouldn't get dark brown, if needed lower the heat as it should be golden brown in colour. Drain the squid onto a paper towel and serve warm.
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56 comments:

  1. anthony stemkeOctober 11, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Love fried squid but have never made it at home.
    Not sure how the breadcrumbs will adhere to the cornstarch coating though.
    Beautiful photos.

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  2. AnonymousOctober 11, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    This is lovely. I like that you marinated the squid prior to frying in the chili powder...for a little zip!

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  3. KalyaniOctober 11, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    love the crunchy calamari .... lovely clicks ......

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  4. TorviewtorontoOctober 11, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    thank you for the comments hope you get to try this at home
    The cornstarch will help to coat the squid without holding a lot of breadcrumbs. This is good because it avoids the breadcrumbs from falling while frying and it is easy to fry.

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  5. Reshmi MaheshOctober 11, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Crispy yummy squid fry...

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  6. UnknownOctober 11, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    I love calamari! These look like they have the perfect amount of heat to them!

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  7. BrooksOctober 11, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Hi Torview, I saw your lovely fried squid on another food photography site...the preparation is is nice too. Brava!

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  8. Jocie's MomOctober 11, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Lovely! Great photos too :) Very yummy

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  9. MyKitchen Flavors-BonAppetit!.October 12, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Yumm and crisp-fried Squid rings dear.Luv to try it soon.

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  10. jehanne@thecookingdoctorOctober 12, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    Deliciously done, Akeela..I just love the crispy look of those calamaris:-)

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  11. SarahOctober 12, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    oh wow! love it and these are so tempting! bookmarked!

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  12. Deliah's DeliOctober 12, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    you know, i'm thinking this would go well with steamed rice and fish curry :) superb!

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  13. Treat and TrickOctober 12, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    So tempting and crispy! Lovely shot too...

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  14. UnknownOctober 12, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    Sounds new to me but very tempting

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  15. UnknownOctober 12, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    We love fried calamari at home, but I've never done it with breadcrumbs. Your dish looks extra crispy and yummy!

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  16. ann lowOctober 12, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    I love calamari and this is so pretty and delicious :)

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  17. TinaRBKOctober 12, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    I normally do not care for squid, but this is the one preparation method that I do enjoy. These do look tasty-well done.

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  18. Nava KOctober 12, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Perfect, looks cripsy and crunchy, I can imagine the taste once done with the frying and into the mouth.

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  19. Sweet ArtichokeOctober 12, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    yummy! they looks so crispy! Fried squids always have a taste of sunny holidays for me!

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  20. Hezzi-DOctober 12, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    WOw this looks great! While I do not eat calamari, my husband and brother do so I'll be making this for them this weekend!

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  21. Sonia ~ Nasi Lemak LoverOctober 12, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Your fried squid look really delicious and tempting!

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  22. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeOctober 12, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Oh, how I want to reach through the screen and devour that plate of calamari! YUMMY!

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  23. nievesOctober 12, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    hummm que ricos los calamares y que buena idea ponerles chili!
    Feliz miercoles aquí festivo!
    Un beso grande,
    Nieves.
    http://igloocooking.blogspot.com

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  24. RochelleOctober 12, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    I LOVE calamari. Yum. This looks too good. Thanks for posting this. :) Keep them coming!

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  25. cooking varieties (wan)October 12, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    salam akheela, how are you, wow! at a glance i saw you got plenty of visits, such a high page views. i wish i can achieve that.
    the calamari is my favorite especially with a touch of spice like chili and pepper..yum yum, i eat hot with rice. what about you...with rice too or by itself.

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  26. julieOctober 12, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    lovely crispy fried ones..yummy!!

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  27. SravsOctober 12, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Very tempting and wonderful fried squid calamari !!

    Ongoing Event - CC-What's For Friday Dinner??

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  28. SajiOctober 12, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Looks so tempting

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  29. Priya SureshOctober 12, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Woww super tempting fried squid,feel like having some..

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  30. KurryleavesOctober 12, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    looks really delicious ...love the clicks too

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  31. AmeliaOctober 12, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Akheela, wow this looks extremely good. One of my favorite too.

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  32. UnknownOctober 12, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Brilliant presentation... looks so colorful and the squid rings look crispy, crunchy delicious.Yum:)

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  33. Angie's RecipesOctober 12, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    I could devour the whole plate!

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  34. Prathima RaoOctober 12, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Makes an interesting, yummy appetizer...
    Prathima Rao
    Prats Corner

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  35. Prathibha SreejithOctober 12, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    I love calamari, never tried it at home though. Recipe looks simple and calamari looks so nice, crisp and delicious. Thank you for stopping by my space, happy to follow you...

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  36. Jaisy JamesOctober 12, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    crispy and delicious fry

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  37. My Kitchen AnticsOctober 12, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    ah perfect fried squid....probably one of the few seafood items i actually don mind eating

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  38. Kitchen SimmerOctober 12, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    This looks so appetizing! I bet they tasted fantastic! :)

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  39. Heather S-GOctober 12, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Oh, I LOVE fried calamari. Yours looks so good and crispy. Hand me a plate with some Marinara for dipping and I'm a happy girl :D

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  40. AnonymousOctober 12, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I LOOOOVE calamari! This is right up my alley! Yours look so perfectly coated and crisp, the ideal meal. Thanks for sharing! Have a good one! =]

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  41. Lisa H.October 12, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    These looks good... :D

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  42. ClaudiaOctober 12, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    You make me long for squid - the fresh squid is impossible ti find here. I love the gentle crunch in this.

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  43. UnknownOctober 12, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    This one always confused me when we travel abroad - I always mistake them for onion rings :) smell great though :)

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  44. RachelOctober 12, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    I can devour fried calamari any time, any day.

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  45. Love and other SpicesOctober 13, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Never tried squid and this looks tempting enough for me to want to try it..good job,MashaAllah.glad I hopped on to your site and following you pronto..

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  46. cookbookjaleelaOctober 13, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    wow very crispy

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  47. Nami | Just One CookbookOctober 13, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    I love calamari but I only eat it outside. I deep fry other food but I don't know why I never cooked that at home. Looks so good that I need to make it at home one day!

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  48. NithaOctober 13, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    delicious calamari

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  49. AkilaOctober 13, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    really yummy yummyy....
    Dish Name Starts With K
    Learning-to-cook
    Regards,
    Akila

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  50. tigerfishOctober 13, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Like the addition of chili powder to spice these calamari.

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  51. Sook @ My Fabulous RecipesOctober 14, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    homemade calamari! that's gotta be good!

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  52. Sushma MallyaOctober 14, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    They look really crispy and yummy!

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  53. kankanaOctober 14, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    my husband is being telling me to make these at home, but buying squids and cleaning is such a pain. Do you ask the shop keeper to chop these ?

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  54. LillyOctober 15, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    These calamari rings look perfect crisp! I could eat a blow or 2 of these.
    I haven’t cooked with calamari for quite some time now. It’s about time I’d start. Hope you have a great weekend.

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  55. ameanderingmangoOctober 15, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Looks crunchy and delicious! I really love the fresh taste of calamari. Thanks!

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  56. EriDecember 4, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Even if I smell it, I'm back home sitting by the sea!
    I LOVE IT!!!

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