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Mediterranean
MediterraneanCrispy Calamari
Golden, crunchy squid rings with a dip on the side. The tiers climb from frozen breaded rings to fresh squid in a seasoned semolina coat with a homemade aioli.
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Budget version
Frozen breaded squid rings, oven-baked, with a lemon mayo.
Per serving£2.00
Total cost£4.00
Time20 min
Ingredients for 2
- 300 g frozen breaded squid rings
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 lemon , cut into wedges
- salt , to taste
Method
- Heat the oven to 220C and spread the squid rings on a baking tray.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Meanwhile stir the mayonnaise with the lemon juice and a pinch of salt to make a quick dip.
- Lift the rings onto a plate and season with a little salt.
- Serve hot with the lemon mayo and lemon wedges.
Equipment
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Frozen breaded squid rings, oven-baked, with a lemon mayo.
Better
Fresh squid in seasoned flour, shallow-fried, with a paprika dip.
Ultimate
Buttermilk-soaked squid in semolina, deep-fried, with saffron aioli.
