Paleo Fried Calamari Rings
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, these Paleo Fried Calamari Rings are a healthy twist on the classic appetizer. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper, each tender calamari ring is coated in a delightful blend of almond and coconut flours for a gluten-free, grain-free, and Paleo-friendly crunch. Dipped in a light, airy batter made with coconut milk and soda water, then fried to perfection in coconut oil, these calamari rings boast an unbeatable texture and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, they make an excellent appetizer or snack for a crowd. Serve them hot with fresh lemon wedges for a zesty finish, and prepare to impress your guests with this wholesome take on a beloved favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams calamari rings
- 150 grams almond flour
- 50 grams coconut flour
- 1 large egg
- 120 milliliters coconut milk
- 50 milliliters soda water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 200 milliliters coconut oil
- 2 lemon wedges
Instructions
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, coconut milk, and soda water until well combined.
In another bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying by testing it with a small piece of batter – it should sizzle.
Dip each calamari ring into the egg and coconut milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, coat the calamari ring thoroughly in the flour mixture.
Carefully place the coated calamari rings into the hot oil. Fry the calamari in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet, for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried calamari from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve the Paleo fried calamari rings hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.1 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 194 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 710 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 661 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
