DEEP-FRIED CAULIFLOWER WITH CRISPY DUKKAH COATING
Deep-fried cauliflower is a Middle Eastern specialty, so why not make it even more Middle Eastern and use a batter made with dukkah, the complex Middle Eastern condiment made with a mixture of nuts, seeds, spices and, in this version, chickpea flour. The batter is thin (you have the option of adding a bit more chickpea flour) but the cauliflower gets just enough of a coating to come out of the oil with a perfect thin crispy shell. Serve it with garlic-laced yogurt or with tahini sauce. In this recipe you have the option of using olive oil, which is traditional; but use a work-horse oil, not the expensive oil you reserve for drizzling and dressing salads.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, snack, vegetables, appetizer, side dish
Time 30m
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together dukkah, cornstarch (or flour), baking powder and salt. Whisk in sparkling water. Depending on the consistency of your dukkah, the batter may seem thin, but try deep-frying a few pieces of cauliflower first to see if you want to thicken it with a little more cornstarch or flour.
- Pour oil into a wok or wide saucepan to a depth of 3 inches and heat over medium-high heat to 360 to 375 degrees. Set up a sheet pan with a rack on it next to pan. Cover rack with a few layers of paper towels. Have a spider or deep fry skimmer handy for removing cauliflower from oil.
- Place a few pieces of cauliflower in batter and, using tongs, turn them over several times to coat thoroughly. Transfer to hot oil and fry until golden brown, which should not take more than a couple of minutes. Flip over with spider to make sure coating is evenly fried. It is important not to crowd pan and to let oil come back up to temperature between batches. After first batch you can decide if you want to add a little more flour to batter.
- Using the spider, remove cauliflower from oil, allowing excess oil to drip back into pan, and drain on the towel-covered rack. Sprinkle with salt right away if desired. Allow to cool slightly and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 253, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 194 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Abdulai Sillah
[email protected]Thumbs up!
Chiemerie Victor
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this again!
Ayale Abdi
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The cauliflower was crispy and the dukkah coating was delicious.
dipuo rachidi
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! The cauliflower was crispy and the dukkah coating was flavorful.
Nzuzo Jeffery
[email protected]This recipe was a hit! The cauliflower was crispy and flavorful, and the dukkah coating was perfect.
Trina Hunter
[email protected]Loved this recipe! The cauliflower was crispy and the dukkah coating was delicious.
Jimmy Gaitan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and it turned out great! The cauliflower was crispy and the dukkah coating was flavorful. I served it with a side of tahini sauce and it was a hit.
Aj Rifatul
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The cauliflower was so crispy and flavorful, and the dukkah coating was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
surya shahi
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I had some leftover from another recipe and I was looking for a way to use it up. This recipe was perfect! The cauliflower was crispy and flavorful, and the dukkah coating added a nice touch.
Elizabeth Gutierrez
[email protected]This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The cauliflower was perfectly crispy and the dukkah coating was delicious. I served it with a side of tzatziki sauce and it was a hit with my guests.
Ahumuza Travor
[email protected]I love cauliflower and I love dukkah, so this recipe was a no-brainer for me. It didn't disappoint! The cauliflower was perfectly crispy and the dukkah coating was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again.
Ashu Bhatti
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times. The cauliflower is so crispy and flavorful, and the dukkah coating adds a really nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.
MoHoBbOtH
[email protected]The combination of flavors in this dish was simply divine. The crispy cauliflower, the nutty dukkah coating, and the tangy yogurt sauce all came together perfectly. It's a dish that I'll definitely be making again and again.
deputy director bullock
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The end result was a delicious and impressive-looking dish that my friends and family loved.
Felister Njeri
[email protected]This crispy cauliflower dish with dukkah coating was an absolute delight! The cauliflower florets were perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, while still tender and juicy on the inside. The dukkah coating added a wonderful nutty and savory flavo