Hamburguesa de Calamares

The Hamburguesa de Calamares is a delightful twist on the classic burger, featuring tender, breaded calamari served in a soft bun, topped with zesty aioli and fresh greens. This high-protein dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Calamari - 300 grams
• Breadcrumbs - 1 cup
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - for frying
• Burger buns - 2
• Fresh arugula - 1 cup
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Aioli - 4 tablespoons

Steps

1. Clean the calamari by removing the skin and innards, then cut them into rings.
2. In a bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg.
4. In another bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
5. Dredge each calamari ring first in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
6. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
7. Fry the breaded calamari rings in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove the cooked calamari and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
9. Toast the burger buns lightly in the same pan for added flavor.
10. Assemble the burgers by placing a layer of arugula on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the fried calamari, a slice of tomato, and a generous dollop of aioli. Close the burger with the top half of the bun.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy your Hamburguesa de Calamares!

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.

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