Deep Fried Calamari - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. calamari, cleaned and cut into 1-inch circles
1 c. flour
salt and pepper to taste
2 c. vegetable oil or as needed

Preparation

Wash and dry calamari as best as possible to avoid splattering. Heat oil until it sizzles when you put in a piece of calamari (test it first).
Dredge calamari lightly in flour and deep fry until golden brown.
Serve hot with lemon juice, tartar sauce, cocktail sauce or hot sauce.