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Crispy Calamari with Lemon Aioli

Greek-style calamari — tender rings with a light, shatteringly crisp almond flour coating — is one of the great mezze dishes, and this keto version nails the crunch perfectly.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh calamari cleaned and cut into 1/2-inch rings
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 t smoked paprika garlic powder, dried oregano
  • Salt and cayenne to taste
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • Avocado oil for frying (2 inches deep)
  • Lemon Aioli: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp mayo, 1 garlic clove grated, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, salt

Instructions

  • Pat calamari rings very dry with paper towels.
  • Mix almond flour, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and cayenne in a shallow bowl.
  • Dip rings in beaten egg, then dredge in almond flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
  • Heat 2 inches of oil to 375F (190C). Fry calamari in batches 2-3 minutes until golden. Do not crowd the pan.
  • Drain on paper towels and season immediately.
  • Whisk all aioli ingredients together. Serve calamari hot with lemon wedges and aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 380kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 3g
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