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Setúbal-style fried cuttlefish

Crisp golden cuttlefish strips, the emblematic snack of Setúbal.

⏱ Estimated time: 40 minutes🍽 Servings: 4🇵🇹 Portugal
Setúbal-style fried cuttlefish — Digitally created illustrative image
Digitally created illustrative image

Ingredients

  • 800 g cleaned skinless cuttlefish
  • 170 g flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 150 g fine breadcrumbs
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying

Step-by-step method

  1. Cut the cuttlefish into even strips and dry thoroughly.
  2. Lightly season with crushed garlic, lemon and pepper.
  3. Dip strips into flour, beaten egg and fine breadcrumbs, shaking off excess.
  4. Fry in small batches in hot oil until golden and the cuttlefish is fully cooked.
  5. Drain on paper towels and serve promptly with lemon wedges.
A home-style version; regional and family variations are common. Check cooking times and food doneness before serving.