Lula Frita

• 2 pounds small squid, cleaned
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ tea

Cut the squid into ¾-inch rounds, keeping the tentacles intact. Dry thoroughly.

Sift the flour with the cayenne, salt, and pepper into a shallow dish or pie pan. Set aside.

In a large heavy skillet, heat the oil until it is hot and begins to smoke. Dredge the squid in the flour mixture and shake in a sieve to remove any excess flour. Add in batches to the hot oil and sauté for a