Fried calamari

• Squid10½ oz
• Plain Flour7 oz
• Capers2 tblsp
• Garlic1 clove peeled crushed
• Mayonnaise5 tblsp
• Vegetable OilFor frying
• LemonTo serve

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the squid into rings about ½cm thick.

2. 2

   Tip the flour into a freezer bag and season well.

3. 3

   Add the capers, then give everything a good shake to mix together.

4. 4

   Tip the squid into the bag, then shake again until all the rings are well coated.

5. 5

   Mix together the garlic and mayonnaise, then place in a serving bowl.

6. 6

   Pour some oil into a large pan until it comes about 7cm up the sides, but the pan is no more than a third full.

7. 7

   Place over a medium heat and let the oil warm up.

8. 8

   To test that the oil is ready, place a small piece of bread in the pan – it should sizzle when it touches the oil.

9. 9

   Remove a handful of squid from the flour and shake off any excess.

10. 10

    Gently drop into the oil, then cook for about 3 mins until crisp.

11. 11

    Remove with a slotted spoon and place on kitchen paper.

12. 12

    Repeat with the remaining squid.

13. 13

    Serve straight away with the mayonnaise and lemon wedges.