Crispy Baked Calamari
Crispy Baked Calamari is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. The calamari is coated in a flavorful breading and baked until golden brown and crispy. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a perfect appetizer or main course.
Calamari, also known as squid, is a type of cephalopod that is found in all the world's oceans. It is a popular seafood dish in many cultures, and can be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the most popular ways to cook calamari is to fry it, but this can result in a greasy and soggy dish. Baked calamari is a healthier and more flavorful alternative to fried calamari, and it is just as easy to make. The key to making crispy baked calamari is to use a light breading. A heavy breading will weigh down the calamari and make it soggy. The breading in this recipe is made with tapioca flour and arrowroot powder, which are both light and airy. The breading also includes garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, which add flavor to the calamari. Once the calamari is breaded, it is baked in a hot oven until golden brown and crispy. The high heat of the oven will help to seal in the juices of the calamari and prevent it from drying out. The calamari is done cooking when it is opaque and firm to the touch.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound calamari
  • 1/2 cup tapioca flour
  • 1/4 cup arrowroot powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Cut calamari into rings and place in a bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine tapioca flour, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add olive oil to calamari and mix well.
  5. Add flour mixture to calamari and mix until well coated.
  6. Spread calamari on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  8. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The tapioca flour and arrowroot powder in the breading make the calamari crispy without weighing it down.
  • The high heat of the oven helps to seal in the juices of the calamari and prevent it from drying out.
  • The garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper add flavor to the calamari.