Fried Cauliflower (Egyptian Style)

These fried cauliflower florets are coated in a cumin-scented batter and deep-fried for a crispy Egyptian-inspired appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 284 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 4

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.