Setúbal-style fried cuttlefish

Ingredients

• 800 g cleaned skinless cuttlefish
• 170 g flour
• 2 eggs
• 150 g fine breadcrumbs
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper
• Oil for frying

Step-by-step method

1. Cut the cuttlefish into even strips and dry thoroughly.
2. Lightly season with crushed garlic, lemon and pepper.
3. Dip strips into flour, beaten egg and fine breadcrumbs, shaking off excess.
4. Fry in small batches in hot oil until golden and the cuttlefish is fully cooked.
5. Drain on paper towels and serve promptly with lemon wedges.