Crispy Calamari

INGREDIENTS

* 1lb squid cut into rings

* 1 tsp black ground pepper

* 1/2 cup all purpose flour

* 1 1/2 tsp of salt

* 2 tsp garlic powder

* 1 lemon cut into wedges (optional)

METHODS

*Wash and clean the squid and cut into rings

* Pat dry with papwer tower set aside

* Combine the flour, garlic powder, salt and black pepper make sure that its mixed well

* Heat the oup in a deep cooking pot

* Dredge the calamri rings one- at- a time into the flour mixture make sure the the rings are well coated

* Fry the calamari for about 2mins or until it becomes golden brown

* Strain the calamari in a strainer and to let the excess oil dip

* Transfer the calamari into a serving plate

NOTE

Do not use paper towels in taking out the exccess oil of the calamari because it will make the calamri become soft.

FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE:

1/2 cup vinegar

3 cloves of garlic minced

1 small onion

A pinch of salt

A pinch of black pepper

1 red chilli cut in small pieces

METHOD

Combine all the mentioned ingredients and mix well