Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsEl FarolColiflor Frita Recipe

Coliflor Frita Recipe

Inspired by El Farol
Time30m
Serves4

Flash fried coliflower florets, smoked paprika aioli, lemon zest

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Ingredients

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For the Fried Cauliflower

For the Smoked Paprika Aioli

For Garnish

Method

Prepare the Cauliflower

  1. 1

    Cut the Cauliflower

    Remove the leaves from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.

  2. 2

    Make the Batter

    In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Add water gradually until you achieve a thick batter.

Fry the Cauliflower

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  2. 4

    Coat and Fry

    Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, then carefully place in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Prepare the Aioli

  1. 5

    Mix the Aioli

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the fried cauliflower hot, drizzled with the smoked paprika aioli and garnished with lemon zest.

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