Fried Squid (Calamares Fritos)

This is a popular appetizer around the Mediterranean. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.

Ingredients

• 1 pound cleaned squid
• Vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1 cup dry bread crumbs
• Salt
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Cut squid body cones into 1/2-inch slices; leave tentacles whole. Pat dry.
2. Heat 1 to 1 1/2 inches oil to 375 degrees F.
3. Coat squid with flour. Dip into eggs; coat with bread crumbs.
4. Fry a few squid pieces at a time until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Drain; sprinkle with salt.
6. Serve with lemon wedges.

Yield: 8 servings