Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh calamari, cleaned and sliced into rings
- 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup (240 ml) marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each calamari ring in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated calamari rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- While the calamari is cooking, heat the marinara sauce in a small pot over low heat.
- Serve the crispy calamari hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the calamari is completely dry before coating it for the best crispiness.
- Experiment with different spices in the breadcrumb mixture for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: crispy calamari, air fryer calamari, marinara sauce