Squid Fried with Ink Spanish Recipe

Squid Fried With Ink Spanish Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large fresh squid, bodies and tentacles separated
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon squid ink
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• salt to taste
• 4 cups spanish extra-virgin olive oil

Method

1. Rinse the squid under cold water and cut the bodies into ½-inch-thick rings
2. In a large bowl, combine the egg, squid ink, 1 cup flour, and 1 cup ice water and mix well with a wooden spoon, making sure to break up any lumps
3. The ink may be salty, so season the batter carefully with salt
4. Heat the olive oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat until it measures 350°F on a candy thermometer
5. Lightly dust the squid with the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour
6. Working in batches, dip the squid in the batter, then carefully drop into the hot oil
7. Cook until crisp, about 2 minutes
8. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the squid to a paper towel-lined plate to drain
9. When the oil returns to 350°F, repeat with the remaining squid
10. Serve warm

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