• Gluten Free Calamari

• It’s difficult being Gluten Free but often there is a GF option. I like these calamari just as much as the regular versions. Based loosely on a Nigella Lawson recipe.

• Enough squid rings for two (Approx. 300g)
• ¼ cup cornmeal
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup groundnut oil

1. Heat oil in a small but tall saucepan until it browns a piece of bread in 30 seconds.
2. In a plastic bag combine cornmeal, cornstarch, and seasonings.
3. Add squid and shake until coated.
4. Working in batches fry the squid. If your squid is small, it could be done in 35-40 seconds. If it is larger, it could take as long as 2 minutes.
5. If you overcook squid it will be rubbery.
6. Serve immediately as a starter with a small salad and garlic, lemon mayo or as a main with fries or spicy tomato rice.

Tags: calamari, squid