Crunchy Spicy Cauliflower Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Cauliflower

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the leaves from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.

2. 2

   Set Up Breading Station

   In three separate bowls, place flour mixed with salt, pepper, and chili powder in the first bowl. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.

3. 3

   Bread the Cauliflower

   Dip each cauliflower floret into the flour mixture, shaking off the excess, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. 4

   Bake the Cauliflower

   Once all florets are breaded, bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

5. 5

   Prepare the Chile Aioli

   In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1-2 tsp of chili paste or sriracha, and a squeeze of lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the cauliflower is crispy, remove from the oven and serve hot with the chile aioli on the side.