Source: lifehacker.ruCauliflower fritters are loved even by those who are completely indifferent to this vegetable. And now we've found how else you can diversify this dish. Here are 12 great recipes with different types of batter made from simple ingredients!
1. Pan-Fried Cauliflower Fritters
Source: bystryerecepty.ruFor a more piquant batter, add a spoonful of mustard to it.
You will need: 350 g cauliflower, 1 egg, 3 tbsp flour, 20 ml milk, spices.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and boil in simmering water for about 5 minutes. Drain it in a colander and let it cool slightly, and in the meantime, prepare the batter.
Whisk the egg with milk and spices, add the sifted flour and whisk the batter until smooth. Dip the cauliflower into it, then roll each floret in flour and fry.
2. Baked Cauliflower Fritters
Source: samovars.bizIf you don't want to fry the cauliflower in oil, here's how to bake it.
You will need: 1 cauliflower, 2 tbsp flour, 2 eggs, spices, 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and boil in simmering water for 2-3 minutes. Whisk the eggs with oil and spices, add the sifted flour and mix the batter. Dip each floret into it, place on parchment paper, and bake at 180 degrees until golden brown.
3. Cauliflower in Sour Cream Batter
Source: youtube.comSour cream batter is more tender and creamy than regular batter.
You will need: 700 g cauliflower, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp sour cream, 3 tbsp flour, a pinch of baking soda, spices.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and parboil in simmering water for a few minutes. Whisk the eggs with sour cream, season, and add flour. Finally, add baking soda to the batter, mix again, dip each piece of cauliflower, and fry.
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4. Cauliflower in Mayonnaise Batter
Source: kartoshkaplus.ruThis batter is richer, but it has a unique texture.
You will need: 400 g cauliflower, 1 egg, 150 ml mayonnaise, 3 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Parboil the cauliflower florets for 3-4 minutes in simmering water. Mix mayonnaise with egg, and add spices and sifted flour. Dip each piece of cauliflower into the batter and fry in vegetable oil.
5. Cauliflower in Cheese Batter
Source: fb.ruIt pairs perfectly with creamy or garlic sauce!
You will need: 1 kg cauliflower, 150 g cheese, 4 eggs, 150 g flour, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and boil in simmering water for 3-5 minutes. Whisk the eggs until smooth, and add spices and grated cheese. Also add sifted flour and chopped herbs. Dip the cauliflower into the batter and fry in a pan.
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6. Cauliflower in Tomato Batter
Source: kakprosto.ruTomato batter has a rather pronounced taste, so you can even do without sauce.
You will need: 500 g cauliflower, 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 100 ml water, 2 eggs, 4 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Boil the cauliflower for a couple of minutes to soften it. Whisk the eggs with water until smooth, and add sour cream, tomato paste, and spices. Mix the batter, add flour, and stir again. Thoroughly coat the cauliflower in it and fry on all sides.
7. Cauliflower in Nut Batter
Source: receptisalatov.comCrushed walnuts are ideal!
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 3 eggs, 100g walnuts, 100g breadcrumbs, coriander, nutmeg.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs, and mix the ground walnuts with spices and breadcrumbs. Parboil the cauliflower in salted water until tender. Dip each piece first in the batter, then in the nut mixture, and fry.
8. Cauliflower in Herb Batter
Source: cookingmir.ruAdjust the amount of herbs to your taste.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 4 eggs, 3 cloves garlic, 1 bunch herbs, 0.5 bunch green onions, spices.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into small florets and parboil for 2-3 minutes. Whisk the eggs and add spices, crushed garlic, and chopped herbs. Adjust the thickness with flour as needed, dip each piece of cauliflower into the batter, and fry.
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9. Cauliflower in Corn Batter
Source: ok.ruFor a brighter yellow color, add a pinch of turmeric.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 2/3 cup milk, 3 tbsp corn flour, 1 egg, spices.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and parboil for a couple of minutes in simmering water. Whisk the milk with the egg, and add corn flour with spices.
Check the consistency of the batter, and if necessary, adjust the amount of flour, because it behaves slightly differently than wheat flour. Dip each piece of cauliflower into the batter and fry.
10. Cauliflower in Buckwheat Flour Batter
Source: multivarnik.ruAnother original recipe for when you're tired of regular batter!
You will need: 400 g cauliflower, 3 tbsp buckwheat flour, 2 tbsp water, 2 eggs, a pinch of baking powder, spices.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and boil for 2-3 minutes. Whisk the eggs with water, spices, baking powder, and buckwheat flour. You can add a teaspoon of vodka to this batter. Dip the cauliflower into the batter and fry in a pan.
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11. Cauliflower in Lenten Batter
Source: lifehacker.ruAn excellent option for a Lenten diet.
You will need: 500 g cauliflower, 100 ml water, 1 tbsp starch, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 70 g flour, spices.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and parboil. Mix water with vegetable oil, add sifted flour with starch and spices. Stir the batter until smooth, dip the cauliflower, and fry.
12. Cauliflower in Beer Batter
Source: m.ok.ruAn original and healthy snack!
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 2 eggs, 80 g cheese, 100 ml beer, 5 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Boil the cauliflower until tender. Whisk the eggs with oil, add beer, and mix. Also add spices and grated cheese, mix the batter, and dip the cauliflower florets into it. Fry them in a pan.