A delicious, crispy, and flavorful snack perfect for any occasion! Serve with a creamy dipping sauce for an extra treat.
Ingredients:
For the Breaded Cauliflower:
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Cooking oil (for frying or baking)
- For the Creamy Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cauliflower:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking or heat oil in a pan for frying.
Wash and cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets.
In a bowl, mix the flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
In a third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
2. Coat the Cauliflower:
Dredge each cauliflower floret in the flour mixture.
Dip it into the beaten eggs.
Roll it in the panko breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
1. Cooking Options:
Frying:
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the coated cauliflower in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Baking:
Place breaded cauliflower florets on a lined baking sheet.
Spray lightly with cooking spray or drizzle with oil.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
4. Make the Dipping Sauce:
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), sour cream, lemon ju