Ingredients
canola oil,for frying
1lbclean squid bodies,cut in ¼-inch rings and dried with a paper towel
2cupsflour
½tspkosher salt
½tspgarlic powder
⅛tspblack pepper,coarse ground
1lemon,cut into wedges
Preparation
In a large pot or dutch oven add three inches of oil and bring to 350 degrees F.
Add the flour, salt, garlic powder and pepper to a large bowl and stir to combine.
Toss the squid pieces in the flour then into the hot oil.
Fry the squid for 1 to 2 minutes.
Remove to a cookie sheet to drain (do not add paper towels as it will steam the calamari and make it soft.)
Serve with lemon wedges.
