Grandma Nickie's Deep-Fried Cauliflower

My Grandma Nickie used to make this deep-fried cauliflower treat. We could never get enough! After many attempts, I managed to copy her. Both my boys asked me to teach them to make it. My family loves this with fish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 299 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
• 3 cups oil for frying, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Toss cauliflower florets with salt in a bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Working in batches, drop several pieces of cauliflower into batter; stir to coat.

Step 5

Gently drop 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, or longer for darker, crunchier cauliflower. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried cauliflower to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 6

Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to fry remaining cauliflower.