Paleo Calamari

Missing the crispy, warm crunch of calamari? Well, look no further, Paleo calamari is here! You can have your crunch and calamari too!

This is a simple recipe that makes your taste buds come alive. Coconut flour adds a light texture that gives a unique but delicious flavor to your beloved calamari.

Serve with your favorite Paleo tomato sauce or marinara. This is a great dinner party appetizer that will be sure to impress your guests. Enjoy! Just be careful, like frying anything, it splatters when it cooks. Definitely a time to take out that under-used splatter guard to keep your clothes as fresh as your Paleo Calamari.

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Paleo Calamari

Course Appetizer, Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine Paleo

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 2

Calories 327 kcal

Ingredients

• 3-4 Squids (cleaned, scored and sliced into rings and tentacles)
• 1/4 cup Coconut flour
• 2 Eggs (beaten)
• 4 tbsp Coconut oil (for frying)
• Paleo tomato sauce

Instructions

1. Add the squid to the eggs, toss to coat.
2. In a separate bowl, add the squid and coconut flour. Toss to coat. Set aside while oil heats.
3. Add the oil to a high-sided skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
4. Add the calamari to the hot oil. Be careful, it will splatter.
5. Cook on each side 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
7. Serve with tomato sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Paleo Calamari

Amount Per Serving

Calories 327 Calories from Fat 297

% Daily Value*

Fat 33g51%

Saturated Fat 31g194%

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Sodium 33mg1%

Carbohydrates 18g6%

Fiber 13g54%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 7g14%

Iron 0.5mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.