Crispy Cauliflower Recipe 🍽️🌱
Craving something crispy, crunchy, and utterly delicious? These crispy cauliflower florets are the perfect snack or appetizer, made with a simple batter and breading for that golden crunch. Whether you’re dipping them in your favorite sauce or enjoying them on their own, this dish is sure to impress! Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
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2 small heads (600g total) of raw cauliflower (about 3 cups of florets) 🥦
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Oil for frying (as needed) 🍳
For the Batter:
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
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1 tbsp corn starch 🌽
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1 tsp baking powder 🥄
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1 tsp salt 🧂
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3/4 cup water 💧
For the Breading:
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2 cups Japanese breadcrumbs (or any breadcrumbs of choice) 🍞
Steps:
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Make the Batter: In a bowl, mix all the batter ingredients until smooth and thick. The consistency should be just right to coat the cauliflower florets without being too runny! 💪
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Coat the Cauliflower: One by one, dip the cauliflower florets into the batter, making sure each piece is evenly coated. If you’re doing this in batches, that’s totally fine! Then, transfer the battered cauliflower into a bowl or plate of breadcrumbs. 🍞 Coat each floret well, pressing down gently on the breadcrumbs to make sure they stick. Pro tip: Use one hand for wet (batter) and one hand for dry (breadcrumbs) to keep things neat and mess-free! ✋
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Fry the Cauliflower: Heat some oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated cauliflower florets and fry them until golden brown. Keep moving them around every 2 minutes to ensure they cook evenly and get that crispy texture on all sides. 🔥
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Drain Excess Oil: Once they’re golden and crispy, remove the florets from the pan and set them aside on a strainer or plate with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Let them cool for a few minutes. 😋
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Serve and Enjoy: Once they’ve cooled slightly, dig in! You can serve your crispy cauliflower with your favorite dipping sauce, like ranch, sriracha mayo, or a tangy BBQ sauce. 🍯🥳
These crispy cauliflower bites are the ultimate treat—perfect as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer. Enjoy every crispy, crunchy bite! 😍✨
