Fried Calamari with Tartar Sauce

Step 1

Place the flour, corn flour, semolina, mustard powder, tarragon, and paprika in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, stir well.

Step 2

Immerse the calamari in the batter, making sure it is well coeated.

Step 3

Place a deep pan with plenty of sunflower oil over high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the calamari, in batches, until golden. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with absorbent paper.

Step 4

Place the pickled cucumber, capers, onion, lime juice in a blender and blend until a paste is created.

Step 5

Transfer the paste to a kitchen towel. Wrap the paste in the towel and press it well to remove all the liquid.

Step 6

Place the mayonnaise, the paste, the dill, and a little pepper in a serving bowl and mix well.

Step 7

Serve the hot calamari with the tartar sauce.