Fish Dishes
Sicilian Calamari
Squid rings coated in lemony, herby breadcrumbs and deep-fried, served with a dip of fromage frais, horseradish and capers. A starter or party food.
- Serves 4
- About 30 min
- Deep-fried
Portions
Units
Method
Mix together the breadcrumbs, flour, lemon rind, 1 teaspoon of the parsley and the seasoning.
Dip the squid rings in the egg, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture.
Heat the oil in a large pan or deep-fat fryer to 190°C (375°F). Fry the squid for 2–3 minutes and drain on kitchen paper. Never leave hot oil unattended.
For the dip, mix together the fromage frais, horseradish, capers and the rest of the parsley.
Serve as a starter or as party food.
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Chef’s notes
- Nutrition per portion (approx., from the original recipe): 380 kcal, 31 g protein, 9 g fat, 46 g carbohydrate, 2 g fibre.
Shopping list for 4 portions
Meat & poultry
Fruit & veg
Dairy & eggs
Tins, jars & stock
Baking
Oils, vinegars & sauces
Fresh herbs
Store cupboard (check you have)
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