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toyomansi calamares

★★★★★ 1
a recipe by
Dave Smith
PIKESVILLE, MD

Calamares is the Filipino version of the "Mediterranean breaded fried squid dish", Calamari. There are different methods on how to make this dish; the most usual does not involve breadcrumbs. However, I chose to add breadcrumbs for this recipe for visual appeal and a crunchier texture. So, what is the difference between Calamares and Calamari besides the spelling? :) Well, there is no big difference at all. The only difference that I noticed is the dipping sauce. Calamari is often dipped in marina or other tomato based sauce while Filipino Calamares is dipped in spiced vinegar or toyomans.

★★★★★ 1
prep time 15 Min
cook time 5 Min

Ingredients For toyomansi calamares

  • 1/2 lb
    squid, cleaned and sliced
  • 3/4 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 1
    egg
  • 3/4 c
    bread crumbs, dry
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 2 c
    cooking oil
  • DRIPPING SAUCE:
  • 1/2 c
    apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp
    soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp
    calamansi
  • 5
    chili pepper,whole

How To Make toyomansi calamares

  • 1
    Combine squid, salt, and ground black pepper then mix well. Let stand for 10 minutes. Heat a cooking pot the pour-in cooking oil. Dredge the squid in flour then dip in beaten egg and roll over breadcrumbs. When the oil is hot enough 325F, deep-fry the squid until the color of the coating turns brown. Note: This should only take about 2 to 3 minutes in medium heat. Do not overcook the squid. Remove the fried squid from the cooking pot and transfer in a plate lined with paper towels. Serve with Toyomansi or Asian dipping sauce. Share and enjoy!
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