These gorgeous and delicious fried calamari rings with alioli are a classic seaside dish from Santander, Spain.
Recipe
Ingredients
For the Squid:
- 1 cup Milk
- Pinch of Salt
- 1 handful Fresh Thyme
- 1 ea. Squid
For the Batter:
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- Frying Oil
For the Alioli:
- 1 Egg
- 1/2 Lime, juice
- 2 tbsp. Dijon Mustard
- Pinch of Salt
- 1 head Garlic, roasted
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
- Pepper
- Lime Zest
Directions to make the best calamari
- Cut the squid into 1/2 in. rings. Tenderize by soaking them in milk salt and thyme for 15 mins.
- Make a simple batter mixing the flour, eggs and milk.
- Cover each ring with batter and fry until golden in oil.
- Prepare the alioli slowly blending the egg, lime juice, mustard, salt and garlic. Gradually add oil until it thickens like mayonnaise. Season with pepper and lime zest.
- Serve freshly fried rings with alioli.
Pro Tips
Roast the head of garlic wrapping it in aluminum foil with 2 tsp. olive oil and sea salt. Bake for 30 mins in medium heat.
How about some dessert after this amazing meal?