Greek · appetizer
Kalamarakia Tiganita (Fried Calamari)
Kalamarakia Tiganita (Fried Calamari) reads citrus 6.9, sourness 6.6 and fruity 5.5 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Greek appetizer, about 50 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 5.3 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 5.8 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 8.8 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.8 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 2.8 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 1.8 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Citrus 6.9 · Sourness 6.6 · Fruity 5.5 · Marine & Briny 4.3 · Salinity 4.0 · Umami 3.9 · Richness 2.6 · Funk & Ferment 1.7 · Warm Spice 1.6 · Floral 1.4 · Heat 1.0 · Sweetness 0.9 · Bitterness 0.7
What's in it (7)
- 1 1/2 lbs fresh squid rings
- 1 cup flour
- salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
- 2 lemon wedges
- 1/2 cup tzatziki
Time & effort: about 50 min (40 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 80.1 kcal, 7.5 g protein, 0.8 g fat, 11.1 g carbs
Dietary: Contains meat · Contains seafood — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Pat squid rings dry and toss in seasoned flour.
- Fry in hot oil for 1-2 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with lemon wedges and tzatziki.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.