Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMelt Kitchen and BarPanko Fried Cauliflower Recipe

Panko Fried Cauliflower Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Our panko breaded cauliflower is served with house-made creamy herb sauce & our spicy buffalo sauce- to make this item completely vegan ask for our vegan sambal sauce

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Ingredients

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Panko Fried Cauliflower Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

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

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: one with flour seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; one with plant-based milk; and one with panko breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Bread the Cauliflower

    Dip each cauliflower floret first into the flour, then into the plant-based milk, and finally coat it with the panko breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  5. 5

    Fry the Cauliflower

    Carefully add the breaded cauliflower florets to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Make the Creamy Herb Sauce

    In a bowl, mix together the vegan mayonnaise, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper to taste.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the panko fried cauliflower hot with the creamy herb sauce on the side and a drizzle of buffalo sauce. For a vegan option, provide sambal sauce instead of buffalo sauce.

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