Veg Gf Lemony Fried Cauliflower Recipe
Fried cauliflower florets served with lemon wedges and tahini sauce
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Ingredients
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Cauliflower and Coating
Tahini Sauce
Serving
Method
Preparation of Cauliflower
- 1
Prepare the Cauliflower
Wash the cauliflower head thoroughly. Cut it into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even cooking.
Coating
- 2
Make the Coating
In a large bowl, combine the rice flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Gradually add water while whisking until a smooth batter forms.
Frying Cauliflower
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4
Coat and Fry
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Tahini Sauce
- 5
Prepare the Tahini Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. Gradually add water until the sauce reaches your desired consistency, usually about 3 tablespoons.