Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsLittle TijuanaCauliflower Tacos Recipe

Cauliflower Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Little Tijuana
Time30m
Serves4

Fried Tempura Cauliflower Tossed in General Tso Sauce, Pickled Jalapeno & Fresh Sprouts

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Tempura Batter

    In a bowl, mix the tempura batter mix with cold water until smooth.

  3. 3

    Fry the Cauliflower

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Dip cauliflower florets in the tempura batter and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Toss in Sauce

    In a large bowl, toss the fried cauliflower with General Tso sauce until evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Tacos

    In each taco shell, add a generous portion of the sauced cauliflower, top with pickled jalapenos and fresh sprouts.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious cauliflower tacos!

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