Golden "UnFried" Calamari
An Original Recipe by Not Quite Nigella
Serves 2
Preparation time:
Cooking time:
- 500g/1lb squid, cleaned
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1.5 cups panko crumbs
- 1/2 cup ground almonds
- 4 tablespoons finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Non stick oil spray
- Lemon and tartare sauce or mayonnaise to serve
Step 1 - Preheat oven to 200C/400F. Slice squid into evenly sized rings. Add the paprika to the eggs in a small bowl and whisk. Mix the panko crumbs, ground almonds, cheese and salt on a shallow bowl or rimmed plate. Line two baking trays with parchment and spray the parchment lightly with the oil.
Step 2 - Dip the squid rings into the egg and then dredge through the seasoned panko mix. Place on the greased trays. Spray with oil spray and then bake for 15 minutes. Serve straight away with lemon and tartare sauce.