Lemon and Mustard Calamari

Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Lemon and Mustard Calamari recipe! Tender calamari rings are marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil, then lightly coated in flour and fried to golden perfection. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, balances the crispy, golden texture with tangy, herbaceous notes, thanks to fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or a refreshing dip. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or craving a restaurant-quality dish at home, these calamari rings will steal the spotlight! Keywords: Lemon and Mustard Calamari, crispy calamari recipe, fried squid rings, seafood appetizer, quick calamari recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g fresh calamari (squid), cleaned and cut into rings
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 100 g all-purpose flour (for coating)
• 200 ml vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the cleaned calamari rings in a large bowl.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the calamari and mix well to ensure all the rings are coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.

Step 4

Spread the flour on a large plate. Remove the calamari from the marinade, shaking off excess liquid, and lightly dredge each piece in the flour to coat evenly. Set aside on a clean plate.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.

Step 6

Fry the flour-coated calamari rings in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Remove the calamari from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(983.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2891.8

Total Fat 242.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1165mg	0%
Sodium 3280.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 4.6g
Protein 89.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241.2mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1652.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.8%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 14.1%