{"product_id":"lightly-breaded-homestyle-calamari-tentacles-2-5-lb-6-case","title":"Lightly Breaded Homestyle Calamari \u0026 Tentacles, 2.5 lb, 6\/Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightly Breaded Homestyle Calamari \u0026amp; Tentacles (often sold in 2–2.5 lb packs, 6 per case)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a frozen, ready-to-cook seafood product popular in foodservice. It consists of tender calamari (squid) rings and tentacles that are lightly coated in a homestyle-style breading or dusting for a made-from-scratch appearance and crisp texture when fried.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features and Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: A mix of classic calamari rings (the familiar tube-shaped pieces) and tentacles. Many versions feature a roughly 70\/30 ratio of rings to tentacles, providing both familiar texture and a more adventurous, chewy bite from the tentacles. The calamari is typically tenderized for a softer, more appealing mouthfeel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: “Lightly breaded” or “lightly dusted” with a home-style batter and seasoned flour blend (or seasoned breadcrumbs). This creates a thin, crispy coating that fries up golden brown without overpowering the natural mild, sweet, and slightly nutty flavor of the squid. It has a hand-breaded, back-of-house look rather than a heavy, uniform commercial breading.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation and Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep-fry directly from frozen (usually at 350°F for about 1–2 minutes or until golden and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F). This makes it quick and consistent for appetizers, entrees, or bar menus. Serve with marinara, cocktail sauce, remoulade, lemon wedges, or as part of salads, tacos, pasta dishes, or caprese-style presentations. It saves time and labor compared to scratch-made breading while delivering a crunchy exterior and tender interior.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FCN Seafood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43188243038297,"sku":"CAL-TENT-2-5LB-6CS","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/4466\/5689\/files\/IMG-3995.jpg?v=1775058196","url":"https:\/\/thetablegourmet.com\/products\/lightly-breaded-homestyle-calamari-tentacles-2-5-lb-6-case","provider":"The Table Gourmet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}