CAULIFLOWER TEMPURA

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Cauliflower gets its deserved moment in the spotlight in this Japanese-style snack For a difference instead of boiling or steaming cauliflower florets, toss them in some olive oil, sprinkle with paprika and roast in a hot oven for 30 mins until cooked and crispy.

Provided by PinkCherryBlossom

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 small cauliflower, cut into medium-size florets
100 g plain flour
2 eggs, separated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
500 ml vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Cook the cauliflower in boiling water for 2 minutes
  • Tip into a colander, rinse under the cold tap, drain well and set aside.
  • Put the flour in a large bowl with a pinch of salt.
  • Whisk the egg yolks and 175ml iced water together.
  • whisk into the flour with the oil to make a smooth batter.
  • In a separate, clean bowl whisk the egg whites until stiff, then fold into the batter.
  • Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large wok to 190°C
  • Coat some of the cauliflower in the batter
  • use a slotted spoon to carefully lift into the hot oil.
  • Deep-fry the cauliflower for 2-3 mins until golden and puffy.
  • Drain on kitchen towel and continue with the rest in batches.
  • Sprinkle the cauliflower with salt.
  • serve with a bowl of aïoli or mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.8, Fat 79.1, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 37, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 5.1

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