Fried Cauliflower Recipe
Deep-fried cauliflower, topped with our special creamy chipotle sauce.
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Ingredients
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Cauliflower
Chipotle Sauce
Method
Preparing the Cauliflower
- 1
Cut the Cauliflower
Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower head. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and water. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Frying the Cauliflower
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep saucepan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Cauliflower
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.
- 5
Fry the Cauliflower
Carefully place the battered florets into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried cauliflower from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Making the Chipotle Sauce
- 7
Mix the Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Serving
- 8
Plate and Serve
Transfer the fried cauliflower to a serving platter and drizzle the chipotle sauce generously over the top. Serve immediately while hot.
