Crispy Air-Fryer Calamari with Garlic Lemon Aioli

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbs wild calamari tubes, cleaned and sliced into 0.5-inch rings (patted dry)
• 0.5 cup arrowroot starch and 0.33 cup almond flour
• 1.5 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• Avocado oil spray
• 0.5 cup avocado mayo, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp lemon juice (for aioli)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk avocado mayo, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to make garlic aioli; chill.
2. Step 2: Combine arrowroot starch, almond flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and sea salt in a shallow dish.
3. Step 3: Dip dried calamari rings in beaten egg, then dredge thoroughly in arrowroot mixture.
4. Step 4: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and spray basket with avocado oil.
5. Step 5: Place calamari rings in a single layer (cook in 2 batches). Spray tops with oil and air-fry for 6 to 8 minutes until golden and crunchy.
6. Step 6: Serve immediately with lemon wedges and garlic aioli dip.

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)