Deep Fried Cauliflower
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, this Deep Fried Cauliflower recipe transforms a humble vegetable into the ultimate snack or appetizer. Coated in a seasoned batter infused with garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of black pepper, each cauliflower floret is fried to crunchy perfection in hot oil. The batter, made with a blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch, ensures a light and airy texture, while the baking powder adds just the right amount of crispness. With only 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cook time, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for entertaining or indulging in a comfort food fix. Serve it fresh out of the fryer with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s bound to disappear fast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.75 cup Water
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly, until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the florets without dripping excessively.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep pot or fryer over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature for consistent frying.
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated, and gently shake off any excess batter.
Carefully place the coated florets into the hot oil in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per batch or until the florets are golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried florets from the oil, and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining cauliflower florets, ensuring the oil returns to 350°F between batches.
Serve the deep-fried cauliflower immediately with your favorite dipping sauces or as part of a meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 839.6 g | 1076% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.5 g | 602% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3734 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2088 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
