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parmesan calamari steaks

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Lou Kostura
Belmont, CA

These calamari steaks come out so tender you can break them with a fork. They are fast and easy to make and oh so good.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 45 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For parmesan calamari steaks

  • 4
    calamari steaks
  • 1-2
    fresh lemons
  • 2 c
    oil for frying
  • EGG DIP
  • 4
    eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 c
    sherry
  • 1 tsp
    oregano, dried
  • 1 tsp
    basil, dried
  • 1 tsp
    thyme, dried
  • 1 tsp
    parsley flakes
  • 1/2 tsp
    white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • BREADING
  • 1 1/2 c
    unseasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 c
    parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1 tsp
    oregano, dried
  • 1 tsp
    basil, dried
  • 1 tsp
    thyme, dried
  • 1 tsp
    parsley flakes
  • 1/2 tsp
    white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    onion powder
  • 1 tsp
    granulated garlic

How To Make parmesan calamari steaks

  • 1
    Mix together ingredients for egg dip and put calamari steaks in to soak for 15-30 minutes
  • 2
    While steaks are soaking mix together breading ingredients. Start heating oil to shimmering. I use canola or vegetable and only enough to half cover the steaks. I do not completely cover in oil. Olive oil will throw the taste off completely. I speak from experience on that one.
  • 3
    Double Bread steaks, out of dip into breading, back into egg, back into breading.
  • 4
    Fry steaks until golden on one side then flip. About 2 1/2 minutes a side. DO NOT OVERCOOK or these will be like chewing rubber bands
  • 5
    Remove from oil, blot on paper towels.
  • 6
    Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon. (bottled is ok if you don't have fresh) * Note: I served with a artichoke and will also have this recipe posted for your enjoyment
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