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CALAMARI AND SHRIMP FRITTO MISTO
Appetizers

CALAMARI AND SHRIMP FRITTO MISTO

CALAMARI AND SHRIMP FRITTO MISTO

Fritto misto can be found on the menus of every Italian seaside trattoria. These hot and crispy bites of calamari and shrimp are great as appetizers or individual entrees. One thing is for sure: make plenty because it's impossible to eat just one! Try them with some freshly squeezed lemon for an authentic Italian experience.

Preparation 15 min
Cooking time 10 min
Portions 4-6

Marination time 24 hours in the fridge

Ingredients

Preparation

  1. Marinate cut calamari in buttermilk for 24 hours, refrigerate.
  2. Preheat oil in a heavy, deep frying pan or pot. Oil should be heated to 365F.
  3. In a medium size mixing bowl combine together flour, semolina flour, and polenta. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Drain the seafood from the buttermilk. Dredge squid and shrimp through seasoned flour mixture. Shake off excess.
  5. Place squid and shrimp in hot oil for 30–45 seconds until light golden brown. Beware of overcooking the seafood.
  6. Drain fried seafood on paper towels. Serve hot with Stefano marinara sauce for dipping and wedges of lemon.
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