Fried Cauliflower

Fried Cauliflower is a crispy and flavorful vegan dish inspired by Greek cuisine, featuring seasoned cauliflower florets that are fried to golden perfection. This delightful dish is perfect as a light supper or a side, served with a tangy tahini sauce.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 1 medium head (about 500g)
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup (60g)
• Cornstarch - 1/4 cup (30g)
• Baking powder - 1 tsp (5g)
• Garlic powder - 1 tsp (3g)
• Paprika - 1 tsp (3g)
• Salt - 1 tsp (6g)
• Black pepper - 1/2 tsp (1g)
• Water - 3/4 cup (180ml)
• Olive oil - for frying (about 500ml)
• Lemon juice - 2 tbsp (30ml)
• Tahini - 2 tbsp (30g)
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, whisking until you have a smooth batter.
4. Heat olive oil in a deep pan over medium heat, enough to submerge the cauliflower florets.
5. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated, and carefully place them into the hot oil.
6. Fry the florets in batches for about 4-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
7. Remove the fried cauliflower with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
8. In a small bowl, mix tahini with lemon juice and a little water to thin it out, creating a sauce.
9. Serve the fried cauliflower hot, drizzled with tahini sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, particularly vitamin C.
• Low in calories yet high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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