Mixed fried calamari and shrimp

Savor this classic Italian fritto misto—crispy fried calamari and shrimp—ready in just 30 minutes for a deliciously light seafood appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Method: Fried

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Appetizer, Dinner

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 190 C

Servings: 4

Estimated Cost: $ 15

Calories: 300

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Mixed fried calamari and shrimp (fritto misto) is a traditional Italian dish that features tender calamari rings and juicy shrimp lightly dipped in a delicate batter and deep-fried until golden and crunchy. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, this dish brings the authentic taste of Italian seafood to your table.

Ingredients

1/2 pound calamari, cleaned and sliced into rings (225 g)

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined (225 g)
1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
1/2 cup cold sparkling water (120 ml)
1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
1/4 teaspoon baking powder (1 g)
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying (500 ml)

Instructions

1
Rinse the calamari and shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels.
2
In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and cold sparkling water until a smooth batter forms.
3
Dip the calamari rings and shrimp into the batter until they are evenly coated.
4
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
5
Fry the battered seafood in small batches for about 2–3 minutes until they turn golden and crispy; avoid overcrowding the pan.
6
Remove the fried calamari and shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
7
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy your authentic Italian fritto misto!

Keywords: mixed fried calamari, fritto misto, Italian seafood, fried shrimp and calamari, Italian appetizer

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