Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsJack's Steakhouse & SeafoodBreaded Cauliflower Recipe

Breaded Cauliflower Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Bites of cauliflower breaded & deep fried

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and rinse them under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, whisk the eggs in the second bowl, and combine the breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in the third bowl.

  3. 3

    Bread the Cauliflower

    Dip each cauliflower floret first into the flour, shaking off any excess, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat it well with the breadcrumb mixture.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

  5. 5

    Fry the Cauliflower

    Carefully add the breaded cauliflower florets to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried cauliflower with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

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