Ingredients

• 1 pound squid, cleaned and sliced
• 2 egg whites
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon (or more to taste) cayenne pepper
• Oil for deep-frying: 4 inches of neutral-flavored oil in large heavy pot
• Lime wedges for garnish

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Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine squid pieces and egg white, mixing gently but thoroughly. Sift together flour and cayenne. Drain squid.
2. Heat oil to 360 degrees.
3. Working in batches, drop a handful of squid into seasoned flour and toss to coat evenly. Lift out of flour, shake to remove excess, and drop carefully into hot oil. Cook briefly until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove squid from oil with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining squid until all are cooked. Sprinkle with salt and serve with lime wedges