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Calamari steak

Calamari Steak

Calamari, also known as squid, is a versatile seafood that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 128 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound calamari steaks thawed if frozen
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Pat the calamari steaks dry with paper towels. This will help them to adhere to the breading.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
  • In another shallow bowl, beat the egg.
  • In a third shallow bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge each calamari steak in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • Dip the floured calamari steak in the beaten egg, letting any excess drip off.
  • Coat the calamari steak in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook the calamari steaks for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve immediately with lemon slices and garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Tips for Making Calamari Steak
  • Be sure to pat the calamari steaks dry before breading them. This will help to prevent the breading from becoming soggy.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the calamari steaks. This will lower the cooking temperature and result in greasy calamari.
  • Cook the calamari steaks until they are golden brown and cooked through. Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
  • Serve calamari steak with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, aioli, or lemon-caper sauce.
Variations
  • Calamari Steak with Garlic and Herb: Add 1 minced garlic clove and 1 teaspoon of your favorite chopped herbs, such as parsley, basil, or oregano, to the flour mixture.
  • Calamari Steak with Lemon and Pepper: Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper to the flour mixture.
  • Calamari Steak with Spicy Mayo: Combine 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce, and 1 lime juice in a small bowl. Serve the calamari steak with the spicy mayo for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 346mgPotassium: 62mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Calamari Steak
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