Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNaive Kitchen + BarTempura Cauliflower Recipe

Tempura Cauliflower Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crispy tempura-battered cauliflower, served with a dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

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Tempura Cauliflower Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Set them aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Tempura Batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the cold sparkling water while whisking until the batter is smooth and slightly thick.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Coat the Cauliflower

    Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.

  5. 5

    Fry the Cauliflower

    Carefully place the battered cauliflower florets into the hot oil. Fry them in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes each batch.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried cauliflower from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

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