Deep Fried Calamari This is so easy! Just like the restaurants "The coating is crispy though not overbearing, and the calamari will be tender". The trick here is that the Calamari needs to be cooked either super quick, or for a long time on a simmer for it to be tender. If you like fried calamari, you are going to love this recipe ! This version of fried calamari is crisp and delicious, and simple to make too! This dish makes a great appetizer or party food recipe, or serve it with a salad and you have a complete meal. As this recipe will demonstrate, fried calamari needn't be as difficult as it sounds - simply cut the squid into rings, dip into a simple flour and spice mixture, and fry. Mmmm....easy and delicious ! Crispy, tender, mouthwatering calamari....need I say more? Grilled over wood, stuffed and roasted, slow-cooked in a stew: I love squid in all its forms but none is more addictive than the deep fried version most commonly known as calamari. I like th