Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSaints On 2nd Bar and GrillThai Cauliflower Bites Recipe

Thai Cauliflower Bites Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Lightly coated fried cauliflower tossed in our house made garlic ginger sauce, on top of cilantro slaw topped with green onions.

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Ingredients

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Cauliflower Bites

Method

Preparing the Cauliflower

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

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

  2. 2

    Make the Batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, water, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.

  3. 3

    Coat the Cauliflower

    Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.

Frying the Cauliflower

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Fry the Cauliflower

    Working in batches, carefully add the coated cauliflower florets to the hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Making the Garlic Ginger Sauce

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small saucepan, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

  2. 7

    Cook the Sauce

    Heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce is heated through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions.

Preparing the Cilantro Slaw

  1. 8

    Mix the Slaw

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, and chopped cilantro.

  2. 9

    Dress the Slaw

    Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the slaw mixture and toss until evenly coated.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving platter, layer the cilantro slaw as a base. Top with the crispy cauliflower bites.

  2. 11

    Drizzle with Sauce

    Generously drizzle the garlic ginger sauce over the cauliflower bites. Serve immediately.

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