Fried Calamari with Plantain Chips

Step 1

Peel the plantains and slice them into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Heat 1 cup of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Fry the plantain slices in a single layer until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs with 1/2 tsp salt and the black pepper. Place the flour in another shallow bowl.

Step 4

Pat the calamari rings dry with paper towels. Dip each ring into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 5

In a separate large skillet, heat the remaining 1 cup of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until a drop of water sizzles. Fry the calamari in batches, without crowding, until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.

Step 6

Remove the calamari with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season immediately with the remaining salt.

Step 7

Serve the fried calamari with the plantain chips and lime wedges for squeezing over the top.