FRIED WHOLE CAULIFLOWER WITH CREAMY LEMON DIPPING SAUCE
Cauliflower takes center stage in this deceptively simple dish that could be served as an entree or as a side to your favorite roasted chicken or turkey. By frying the cauliflower whole, it turns a deep golden color and becomes perfectly tender in a fraction of the time it would take if you were to roast it. We add a creamy lemon dipping sauce that adds just the right amount of zip.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, parsley and a large pinch of salt and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Refrigerate while you fry the cauliflower.
- Fill a large, deep stockpot halfway with oil and heat to 375 degrees F over medium-high heat. Set a cooling rack over a baking sheet.
- Gently lower the cauliflower into the hot oil with a large spider or large slotted spoon. This might splatter so be very careful once the cauliflower is in the oil. The cauliflower might not be fully submerged, but that is okay. Cook until the cauliflower is golden brown and you can easily insert a paring knife into one of the florets, 5 to 7 minutes, carefully flipping the cauliflower halfway through the cooking time.
- Lift the cauliflower out of the hot oil using the large spider or slotted spoon and transfer to the cooling rack. Season liberally with salt. Allow the excess oil to drip away before putting the cauliflower onto a large serving platter. Serve alongside the creamy lemon sauce.
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Aptisam Khan
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The cauliflower was crispy and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Rama Kay's
[email protected]This dish was a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavors were great.
lexy puppy
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The cauliflower was crispy and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Azan Ch
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The cauliflower was crispy and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Sadiq Ullah
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The cauliflower was crispy and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Terry Hudson
[email protected]The cauliflower was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.
Davis Miti
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The cauliflower was crispy and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Respect Andtrust
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Shahin Hawlader
[email protected]The cauliflower was a bit bland, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend adding some more seasoning to the cauliflower before frying it.
Uwayezu Jennifer
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth it. The cauliflower was crispy and tender, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Jason Ewell
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The cauliflower was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.
Marcus Mattingly
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The cauliflower was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.
dil pooloo
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party last week and it was a total success. Everyone loved the unique and delicious combination of flavors. The cauliflower was cooked to perfection and the sauce was creamy and tangy.
Austin Potts
[email protected]This recipe was an absolute hit! The cauliflower turned out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The creamy lemon dipping sauce was the perfect complement, adding a tangy and flavorful touch to each bite.