Calamaris

Squid is a popular food in many parts of the world. In many of the languages around the Mediterranean sea, squid are referred to by a term related to the Italian "calamari" (singular "calamaro"), which in English has become a culinary name for Mediterranean dishes involving squid, especially fried squid ("fried calamari").

Ingredients:

1/2 lb medium to large sized squid, cleaned and sliced into rings

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 piece raw egg, beaten

3/4 cup breadcrumbs

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 cups cooking oil

Cooking procedure:

1. Combine squid, salt, and ground black pepper then mix well. Let stand for 10 minutes.

2. Heat a cooking pot the pour-in cooking oil.

3. Dredge the squid in flour then dip in beaten egg and roll over breadcrumbs.

4. When the oil is hot enough, deep-fry the squid until the color of the coating turns brown. Note: This should only take about 2 to 3 minutes in medium heat. Do not overcook the squid.

5. Remove the fried squid from the cooking pot and transfer in a plate lined with paper towels.

6. Serve with sinamak or Asian dipping sauce.

7. Share and enjoy!