Hey foodies! What's your secret for cooking tender calamari rings?

[Kento Nanami]

I am traveling trough the culinary world and could use your help now that have reached a certain point. How do you make calamari rings tender when preparing your meals? I’ve tried a couple of times but I am very open to new tips and tricks and I’ll be looking for several ways for that. Gimme your knowledge, will you?

 

[bbcarmela]

For tender calamari rings, try these tips:

1. Quick Cooking: Cook them for only 1-2 minutes. Overcooking makes them tough.
2. Marinate: Soak in milk or buttermilk for at least an hour before cooking.
3. Tenderize: Gently pound the rings with a meat mallet to break down the fibers.
4. High Heat: Use high heat for a quick sear, which keeps them tender.

Enjoy your culinary journey!

 

[RavEnzo]

One of the helpful tricks for me is to not overcrowd the pan. I cook the calamari in batches if needed. I avoid overcrowding the pan since it can lower the pan's temperature and cause the calamari to steam rather than sear.

 

[Dawn]

To achieve tender calamari rings, cook them quickly at high heat—either by frying for just 1-2 minutes or sautéing them for about 30 seconds—since overcooking makes them tough!