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A round white plate piled high with golden, crispy fried cauliflower florets coated in reddish-brown seasoning, set against a light marble countertop background.

Fried cauliflower made easy with this crispy home method

By Nancy
Looking for a veggie twist on fried snacks? Fried cauliflower is the answer crispy, quick, and delicious. Try this easy recipe today!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • head of cauliflower
  • all-purpose flour
  • buttermilk or milk
  • paprika
  • garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil
  • Optional Add-Ons
  • Parmesan cheese
  • A pinch of cayenne
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or dill

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep the Cauliflower

  • Wash the cauliflower and cut it into medium florets. Don’t go too small they’ll overcook and not too big either. Think bite-sized but substantial.
    Fresh, raw white cauliflower florets stacked neatly on a small wooden cutting board, placed diagonally on a white marble countertop.

Step 2: Make the Batter

  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in buttermilk gradually
    A clear glass bowl filled with a mixture of flour, spices, and buttermilk for frying cauliflower, dotted with specks of black and red spices, placed on a white marble surface.

Step 3: Heat the Oil

  • Pour enough oil into your skillet about 1½ inches deep. Heat to around 350°F (175°C).
    A hand dips a raw cauliflower floret into a glass bowl filled with thick, seasoned orange batter on a light marble surface.

Step 4: Coat and Fry

  • Dip each floret into the batter, letting excess drip off. Carefully lower into the hot oil.
    Cauliflower florets coated in a mixture of flour and spices are fried in hot oil, causing bubbles to form inside a stainless-steel skillet placed on a marble countertop.

Step 5: Drain and Season

  • Transfer the florets to a plate lined with paper towels. Sprinkle a pinch of salt or paprika while still hot it helps the flavor stick.
    A close-up overhead shot of crispy, golden-brown fried cauliflower florets coated in savory red spice seasoning, resting together on a white paper towel.

Notes

Nutritional Information

  • Calories: 180–220 kcal
  • Fat: 10–12g
  • Carbs: 18g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Vitamins: Rich in Vitamin C and K
Note: The nutritional values provided are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, quantities, and brands used.
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