Grandma Nickie's Deep-Fried Cauliflower

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Grandma Nickie's Deep-Fried Cauliflower

Grandma Nickie's Deep-Fried Cauliflower
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    28

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside: this deep-fried cauliflower is an irresistible treat. A delightful way to enjoy cauliflower, perfect as a side dish or a satisfying snack. Prepare to be amazed by the deliciousness of this simple recipe!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    41 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    185 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5-10 minutes)

02

Step

Toss cauliflower florets with salt in a bowl. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Whisk egg and vegetable oil together in a separate bowl. Whisk in flour and milk until batter is smooth. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Working in batches, drop cauliflower florets into batter; stir to coat. (5-10 minutes)

05

Step

Working in batches, gently lower battered cauliflower into preheated oil; fry until florets rise to the top and float, 2 to 4 minutes. Carefully turn pieces over and continue frying until golden brown, about 2 minutes more. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried cauliflower to a paper towel-lined plate. (10-15 minutes)

For an extra crispy coating, double-dip the cauliflower florets in the batter.
Serve immediately for the best texture.
Experiment with different seasonings in the batter, such as garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper.
Consider serving with a dipping sauce like ranch, aioli, or sweet chili sauce.

Maci Batz

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 9 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Coby Lind

    Jun 28, 2025

    So easy to make and incredibly delicious! I added a pinch of garlic powder to the batter and it gave it a wonderful flavor.

  • Haylie Friesen

    Jun 27, 2025

    The cauliflower turned out perfectly crispy. I used an air fryer instead of deep-frying, and it worked great! I just sprayed the battered cauliflower with oil and cooked it at 400F for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  • Giles Dach

    Mar 16, 2025

    This recipe is fantastic! My kids, who usually turn their noses up at cauliflower, devoured it. It's now a family favorite!

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