Fried Calamari

Directions

1. Combine buttermilk and hot sauce in a large bowl; stir in calamari. Cover and chill for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
2. Stir together cornmeal, flour, salt and paprika. Remove calamari from buttermilk; dredge in cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess.
3. Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan. Heat to 375 degrees F. Fry calamari in the hot oil, in batches, for about 1 to 3 minutes per batch or until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain.