Boldly Fried Calamari* Ring Salad
Tossed with a mix of crisp greens and tangy vinaigrette, this salad combines unique textures and flavors for a truly delicious experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boldly Calamari* Rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- ⅓ cup fresh dill, chopped
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Spring mix lettuce blend
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Half a lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp white balsamic
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Chopped chives, for garnish
Instructions
- 1.
Thaw Boldly Calamari* Rings in the fridge overnight (approx. 8 hours).
- 2.
Fill a medium-sized pot with water and boil the thawed Calamari* Rings for 3-4 minutes. Drain & set aside.
- 3.
In a pan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- 4.
Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, dill, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
- 5.
Toss the Calamari* Rings into the mixture to fully coat.
- 6.
Once the oil is shimmering and hot, add the Calamari* Rings and fry until golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and salt immediately.
- 7.
For the salad, place a handful or two of the spring mix lettuce into a serving bowl.
- 8.
In a mason jar or small bowl combine olive oil, lemon juice, and white balsamic. Stir until combined.
- 9.
Add the fried Calamari* Rings to the salad and pour the dressing over top.
- 10.
Serve the Boldly Fried Calamari* Ring Salad immediately, garnished with fresh chopped chives and a lemon wedge for squeezing. Enjoy!