$18.49 | 1000 Calories
The Hand-Breaded Calamari is a classic seaside starter. It features tender squid rings and often includes tentacles or crispy vegetables (like pepper rings), all lightly coated in a flavorful, hand-breaded mixture. The calamari is then golden-fried to a perfect crispness.
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📋 Nutrition Table (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount (Per Serving) | % Daily Value (DV*) |
| Calories | 1000 | – |
| Total Fat | 70 g | 90% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% |
| Sodium | 2070 mg | 90% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44 g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 5 g | – |
| Protein | 47 g | 94% |
⚠️ Allergen List
Due to the nature of the calamari and the breading process, this item contains several major allergens:
- Molluscan Shellfish (Calamari/Squid)
- Wheat (in the hand-breading)
- Gluten (in the hand-breading)
Additionally, the dipping sauces and preparation may introduce other allergens:
- Milk/Dairy (often found in the Jalapeño Ranch or Aioli)
- Eggs
- Soy
FAQs
What are Red Lobster Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms?
These are big white button mushroom caps stuffed with a creamy mix of seafood like crab meat, sometimes shrimp or lobster, blended with cheeses, veggies, and breadcrumbs, then topped with Monterey Jack cheese and baked until golden and bubbly.
What ingredients go into the stuffing?
The stuffing typically includes crab meat (real or imitation), cream cheese or cheddar, Parmesan, breadcrumbs or crushed crackers, sautéed celery, onion, bell peppers, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, and parsley for flavor.
How do they prepare these at Red Lobster?
They clean the mushrooms, remove stems, sauté veggies like onion, celery, and peppers in butter, mix with seafood, cheese, and breadcrumbs to make the filling, stuff the caps, add cheese on top, and bake at around 375°F for 15-20 minutes until tender and crispy.
How many calories are in an order?
A full appetizer serving has about 600-800 calories, depending on the exact size and toppings, making it a rich starter to share.
Can I make them gluten-free at home?
The original has breadcrumbs or crackers, so no, but you can swap them for gluten-free versions and check seafood labels to make it safe for gluten-free diets.
