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Deep Fried Cauliflower
This Deep Fried Cauliflower recipe is a real crowd-pleaser, turning simple cauliflower into crispy, golden bites of heaven. Perfect for game days or as a snazzy appetizer, these delicious morsels are coated in a light, flavorful batter and fried to perfection.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 284 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce such as Frank's
- 2 cups breadcrumbs Italian seasoned
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Stir in water and hot sauce until the batter is smooth.
- Take each cauliflower piece and give it a good dunk in the batter, making sure it's evenly coated. Let the excess batter drip off. Roll the battered cauliflower in the breadcrumbs until they're completely covered.
- Heat your deep fryer to 365°F (185℃). Fry the cauliflower pieces in batches until they're golden and crispy.
- Drain them on paper towels to get rid of any extra oil. Sprinkle a little salt over them if you like – it's optional.
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Notes
- No Deep Fryer, No Problem: If you don't have a deep fryer, you can still make this recipe in a deep skillet or a heavy-bottomed pot. Just fill it with enough oil to cover the cauliflower pieces and use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the oil temperature.
- Oil Temperature is Key: Maintaining the correct oil temperature (365°F/185°C) is crucial for getting that perfect crispy texture. If the oil is too cool, the cauliflower will absorb too much oil and become greasy; if it's too hot, it will burn on the outside before cooking through.
- Season to Taste: Feel free to adjust the seasoning in the batter or add extra spices to the breadcrumbs to suit your taste. A little garlic powder, smoked paprika, or even some grated Parmesan can add a great flavor boost.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
284kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
57g
(19%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
547mg
(23%)
Potassium
450mg
(13%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
4IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
48mg
(53%)
Calcium
121mg
(12%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 547mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 450mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 48mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.