Kalamari Tiganito Recipe
Greek · Appetizer · 20 min total
Crispy fried squid rings, a classic Greek meze, served with lemon and sea salt. This recipe ensures tender squid with a light, crunchy coating.
15
min prep
min prep
5
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
280
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 500 g squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat squid rings dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (350°F).
- Dredge squid rings in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd.
- Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Tips
- For extra tenderness, soak squid in milk for 30 minutes before coating.
- Serve with tzatziki or garlic aioli for dipping.
- Best eaten immediately; do not reheat.
- Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature.
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