1/2kgsquidcleaned and sliced into rings. You can also use pre-cleaned frozen squid
3/4cupall-purpose flour
2tsplemon juice
1/2tsppaprika
1tspsalt
1/2tspground black pepper
1Tbspminced garlic
2tspmilk
1pieceeggbeaten
2cupscooking oil
Instructions
Combine salt, ground black pepper, lemon juice, paprika, garlic in a bowl. Mix in the squid rings. Set aside for 10 minutes.
Mix the milk and beaten egg in a separate bowl. Soak the calamares for about 5 minutes.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan.
Dredge the squid in flour.
When the oil is hot enough, deep-fry a few pieces of squid until the color of the coating turns golden brown. Note: This should only take about 2 to 3 minutes in medium heat. Do not overcook the squid.
Remove the fried squid from heat and transfer in a plate lined with paper towels.