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Olive Garden Calamari Copycat

Olive Garden Calamari is as crispy as it is chewy and packed with flavor. Make this simple, tasty appetizer at home in 30 minutes or less!
Author: Donna Elick
Servings: 4
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound calamari rings thawed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • vegetable oil for frying

Garnish:

  • fresh parsley finely chopped
  • lemon wedges

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 375°F (190°C).
  • Dredge calamari rings in the seasoned flour mixture. Then place in the buttermilk, flipping to coat both sides. Dredge in the flour again on both sides.
  • Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges, serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 242cal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 268mg | Sodium: 91mg | Sugar: 2g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 3mg