California Grande Calamari

This is a wonderful dish based on a recipe from Isaac Cronin's book, The International Squid Cookbook, which in turn is based on a recipe from "...Ocean Garden Products, a San Diego based company with a strong belief in the future of the Grande Calamari." What more can I say?

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  grande calamari fillets
• 1⁄2 lb monterey jack cheese
• 4  ounces mild green chilies
• 4  ounces  sweet red peppers
• 1  egg, beaten
• 2  cups  breadcrumbs
•  oil (for deep frying)

Directions

1. Lay strips of Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles and red chiles in the center of each Grande Calamari fillet.
2. Roll steak into a tube shape, securing with toothpicks or string.
3. Dip into egg, then dredge through breading.
4. Heat oil to 350°.
5. Deep fry until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes.
6. Pat off excess oil with paper towels and serve hot.