If you are looking for a healthier way to make fried calamari, you'll love this recipe! This air fryer calamari is so crispy and it's made with a small amount of oil. You will save a ton of calories without sacrificing the taste. It's the perfect no-guilt appetizer that will keep people raving about it and asking when you'll make it again.
Fried calamari is one of the most popular appetizers on many restaurant menus, especially during happy hour. It's usually garnished with lemon, and parsley, and served with marinara sauce or garlic aioli dipping sauce.
Calamari cooks quickly and can turn tough and chewy if overcooked. In order to cook calamari to perfection, you can either cook it quickly over high heat or slowly over low heat.
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