How to Make Fried Cauliflower (Egyptian Style) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and unique way to enjoy cauliflower? Try this Egyptian-style fried cauliflower recipe. This dish is popular in Egypt and is loved for its crispy, golden exterior and tender, flavorful interior. Whether you're a cauliflower enthusiast or simply looking to add more veggies to your diet, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

What sets this recipe apart from other fried cauliflower dishes is the use of traditional Egyptian s...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • salt to taste
  • ¼ cup milk, or as needed
  • 2 cups vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; add 2 teaspoons cumin to boiling water. Cook cauliflower florets, working in batches, in boiling water until cooked but still crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and cool on a plate.
  • Blend flour, egg, garlic, 1 teaspoon cumin, tomato paste, and salt in a blender or food processor until batter is smooth; thin with milk as needed.
  • Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Dip cauliflower florets in batter; fry battered cauliflower in hot oil, working in batches, until cauliflower is golden and crispy, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Nutrition

    284 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 103mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 68mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 584mg