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Air Fryer Calamari is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy “fried” squid rings using an air fryer. They turn out perfectly cooked and crispy while being much healthier due to the minimal oil used in cooking.
This Air Fryer Calamari Recipe is a clever recipe that should be part of your Air Fryer Recipe Collection, allowing you to serve a rich and tasty seafood dish ready in just a few minutes. With a crispy coating made from semolina flour (or rice flour if you prefer), these Air Fryer “Fried” Calamari will become a must-make dish that you can customize with your favorite spices and herbs.
These Crispy, Non-Greasy “Fried” Calamari are perfect when served alongside Air Fryer Zucchini, a refreshing salad, or the classic Air Fryer French Fries.
Note about ingredients: Semolina flour (Farina di Semola) can be found in most supermarkets in the specialty flour section or Italian food stores. If unavailable, you can substitute with rice flour or all-purpose flour for a similar crispy coating.
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To prepare Air Fryer Calamari, start by thoroughly cleaning the squid by removing the head and tentacles, removing the innards and the cartilaginous quill. Cut the tentacles from the head and remove the skin from the squid body. While cleaning, keep rinsing the squid under running water, which will help speed up the process.
Rinse everything thoroughly and pat dry with kitchen paper. Cut the squid into rings and coat them, along with the tentacles, in plenty of semolina flour. Using a sieve, shake off the excess flour.
Spray some oil on the air fryer basket, place the calamari without overlapping them too much, spray with a few more puffs of olive oil and cook at 200°C (392°F) for about 7-10 minutes. Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model and the size of the calamari.
When they are golden brown and cooked through, the Air Fryer Calamari are ready to be served. Season with a pinch of fine salt and enjoy.
