Crispy Cauliflower
This Crispy Cauliflower recipe delivers a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. Coated in a flavorful batter and baked until golden brown, these cauliflower bites are perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower approx. 1.5 lbs, cut into florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
- to taste cooking spray or olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add water, whisking until a smooth batter forms.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated, then shake off any excess.
- In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese (if using). Coat the batter-covered cauliflower in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the crumbs stick well.
- Place the breaded cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
- Lightly spray or drizzle the cauliflower with cooking oil for an extra crispy texture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
For an extra kick, consider adding cayenne pepper to the batter or breadcrumbs.
To make this a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
These crispy cauliflower bites can also be enjoyed cold as leftovers, making them easy to prepare ahead of a gathering.