Turning Cauliflower from My Little Garden into "Fake" Fried Chicken

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I usually just stir-fry cauliflower with various other ingredients—a simple, quick dish. But this time, I wanted to do something different and turn the cauliflower into a special treat that’s perfect for snacking or enjoying with rice.

I’m making use of the cauliflower from the garden; after stir-frying a whole head with bok choy yesterday, I plan to create a dish today that is even more delicious than yesterday's stir-fry.

If you’re a cauliflower lover, you might have seen my previous post about harvesting cauliflower from the small garden next to my house. Since I have plenty of time at home today, I’ve decided to cook it up. Cauliflower is incredibly quick to prepare, especially when fried like this. I’ve made batter-fried broccoli before, but this time I’m trying cauliflower with a completely different flavor profile.

I’m combining it with simple seasonings to create a dish that tastes just like fried chicken—a sort of "mock fried chicken." Curious about the recipe? Let’s check out the step-by-step instructions below.

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Ingredients

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200 grams cauliflower 3 tablespoons wheat flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch Breadcrumbs (as needed) 3 red chilies 1 bird's eye chili 2 cloves garlic 1 shallot ¼ teaspoon coriander ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon mushroom bouillon

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Preparation

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Blend the chilies, garlic, shallot, and coriander with a little water until smooth, then mix the paste with the two types of flour.

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Cut the cauliflower into florets, keeping only the flowery tops with their stems.

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Mix the cauliflower into the batter you just prepared, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

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Roll the coated cauliflower in breadcrumbs, then set aside.

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Fry in hot oil over low heat until golden brown.

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Result

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The result looks beautiful; the frying process went perfectly, and the color turned out just right. The final result was incredibly satisfying; before taking any photos, I tried a piece—wow, it was absolutely delicious. It really tastes like enjoying crispy, spicy fried chicken. It’s not overly spicy, but just right; I think this would make for a quick and easy meal to serve with rice. For a healthier option, cooking it in an air fryer would likely be better.

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You simply must try this crispy fried cauliflower with these seasonings. I’m sure you’ll love it. If you’re in a rush, you could use a ready-made vegan all-purpose flour mix to speed things up. However, I think grinding the spices and adding that personal touch I described earlier will be much more rewarding for you. Give it a try—I’m certain you can do it.

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