Calamari Rings
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Calamari rings get crispy and golden in the air fryer with minimal effort. Using a mix of panko and parmesan in the breading gives them extra crunch and flavor. Get the full recipe here, including dipping sauce suggestions.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb cleaned squid tubes, sliced into 1/2 inch rings
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon milk
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch cayenne
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Steps
- 01Pat the squid rings very dry with paper towels. Wet squid and breading don't mix.
- 02Mix the panko, parmesan, and all seasonings in a shallow bowl.
- 03Set up the station: flour, egg wash, seasoned panko.
- 04Toss the rings in flour first (you can do them all at once in a bowl), then dip each in egg, then press into the panko mixture.
- 05Place breaded rings on a plate in a single layer. Let sit for 5 minutes so the coating sets.
- 06Ready for the air fryer.
Buy cleaned squid tubes, not whole squid. Cleaning whole squid is a project and the tubes come pre-cleaned at most seafood counters. The parmesan in the breading browns faster and adds an umami punch you won't get from plain breadcrumbs.
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How to Air Fry It
- 01Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- 02Arrange frozen breaded calamari rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- 03Lightly spray the rings with cooking oil to help them crisp.
- 04Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6-8 minutes.
- 05Flip the rings halfway through the cooking time, and remove when golden brown and crispy.
Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.
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