Crispy Cauliflower Fry
A delightful and crunchy treat made by frying cauliflower florets in a flavorful batter, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
For the batter
- 1 cup Maida (all-purpose flour)
- ¾ cup Cornflour (cornstarch)
- 1 tbsp Red Chili Powder Adjust to taste for spice level
- to taste Salt
- ½ tbsp Garam Masala
- ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder
- 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- as required Water To make the batter smooth
For the cauliflower fry
- 500 g Cauliflower (fresh & clean) Cut into florets
- as required Breadcrumbs For coating
- as required Oil For frying
- as required Tomato Sauce or Mayonnaise For serving
- as required Coriander For garnishing
Instructions
Preparation
- Clean and cut the cauliflower into florets.
- In a bowl, mix maida, cornflour, red chili powder, salt, garam masala, black pepper powder, ginger-garlic paste, and water to make a smooth batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret in the batter, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a pan for frying.
- Fry the coated cauliflower florets until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with tomato sauce or mayonnaise and garnish with coriander.
Notes
For a healthier twist, try baking the battered cauliflower instead of frying. Let leftovers cool completely before storing.