Spicy Cauliflower Latkes with Za Atar Aioli
Discover a bold twist on a classic favorite with these Spicy Cauliflower Latkes with Za’atar Aioli—a must-try for fans of crispy, golden delights with a flavorful kick! Made with tender cauliflower florets, panko breadcrumbs, and a medley of aromatic spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, these latkes pack vibrant heat and crunch in every bite. The star of the show, however, is the creamy Za’atar aioli, a tangy dipping sauce bursting with Middle Eastern flair from the earthy za’atar seasoning and fresh lemon juice. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or party snack, these latkes are as versatile as they are impressive. Quick to whip up in under 40 minutes and ideal for sharing, they’re a surefire way to elevate your table with a modern, spice-forward twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cauliflower florets
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 stalks Scallions (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons Za'atar seasoning
- 1 teaspoons Water
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain well and transfer to a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to pat dry.
Using a food processor, pulse the cooked cauliflower until it resembles coarse crumbs. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
In the mixing bowl with the cauliflower, add eggs, flour, panko breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a sticky batter forms.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the batter and shape it into a flat patty. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Fry the latkes in batches, about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Prepare the Za'atar aioli by whisking together mayonnaise, lemon juice, za'atar seasoning, and water in a small bowl until smooth.
Serve the warm latkes with a side of Za'atar aioli for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.5 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 847 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*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.
