Crispy Fried Cauliflower Bites
Crispy Fried Cauliflower Bites are the perfect golden, crunchy snack or appetizer! Made with tender cauliflower coated in a spiced batter and fried to perfection, these bites are a delicious treat for parties, game nights, or any occasion. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce!
Crispy Fried Cauliflower Bites are the ultimate crunchy and flavorful snack or appetizer! Made with tender cauliflower florets dipped in a spiced batter of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and seasonings, these golden bites are fried to crispy perfection. Bursting with savory flavor and a satisfying crunch, they’re perfect for sharing at parties, enjoying on game nights, or simply indulging in a tasty treat. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish everyone will love!
Ingredients
- Cauliflower: 600g (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Water (for boiling and batter preparation)
- Salt: 1/2tbsp
- Salt: 1/6tsp
- All-purpose flour: 70g
- Cornstarch: 50g
- Lion powder: 2 tbsp (assuming this is a specific spice blend; adjust for context)
- Black pepper: 1/6 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/5 tsp
- Chili powder: 1/4 tsp
- Onion powder: 1/5 tsp
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Egg: 1
- Water: 150 ml
- Oil (for frying)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Carbohydrate: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 445mg
Directions
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Cut 600g of cauliflower into bite-sized pieces. Boil water and add ½ tbsp of salt. Add the cauliflower and 1/6 tsp of salt to the boiling water. Boil for 2 minutes. Drain the cauliflower and set it aside to cool.
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In a mixing bowl, combine. 70g all-purpose flour, 50g cornstarch, 2 tbsp lion powder, 1/6 tsp black pepper, 1/5 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1/5 tsp onion powder, 1/3 tsp salt, 1 tsp baking powder Add 1 egg and 150 ml of water. Mix well to form a smooth batter.
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Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Dip each cauliflower piece into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Fry in the hot oil for 2–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
