Fried Squid

Recipe

• 2 pounds whole squid
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon white pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup flour
• fat for frying

Clean squid and cut into ¼-inch strips. Cut tentacles into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Combine milk and egg. Dip squid into milk and roll in flour. Place in a single layer in hot oil in skillet. Fry at 350° F for 3 to 5 minutes. Turn and fry 3 to 5 minutes more. Drain and serve with lemon wedges.

Contributed by Joyce Taylor