Lula à Milanesa

Lula à Milanesa is a delightful Brazilian dish featuring tender squid coated in a crisp, golden breadcrumb crust. This Halal seafood treat is perfect for a delicious meal that brings the flavors of the ocean to your table.

Ingredients

• Squid (cleaned and sliced) - 300 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Breadcrumbs - 100 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil (for frying) - 100 ml
• Lemon wedges - 2 (for serving)

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. In another bowl, beat the egg until well mixed.
3. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs and mix in the chopped parsley.
4. Dip each squid slice into the flour mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
5. Next, dip the floured squid into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off.
6. Finally, coat the squid in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
7. In a frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
8. Fry the breaded squid slices in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
9. Remove the squid from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
10. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and low in calories, making it a healthy seafood option.
• Squid is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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