Baked Calamari (Calamari al Forno)
Enjoy crispy Baked Calamari (Calamari al Forno) with a flavorful panko coating. Perfect for appetizers or seafood lovers! Buon appetito!
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 293kcal
Equipment
- Baking sheet lined wth parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Garlic press optional, for mincing garlic
- Whisk or fork for mixing
- Tongs or spatula for flipping calamari
Ingredients
- 1 pound calamari (cleaned and cut into rings)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably Italian seasoned
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 lemon juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Calamari: Rinse the calamari under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Make the Breadcrumb Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Coat the Calamari: In another bowl, toss the calamari rings with olive oil and lemon juice. Then, dip each ring into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated calamari on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the calamari are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with marinara sauce for dipping.
- You can add a bit of grated lemon zest to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
- Air Frying: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C), arrange coated calamari in a single layer, and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Deep Frying: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot, fry calamari in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
- Shallow Frying: Heat ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat, fry calamari in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 424mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 513IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 2mg