Japanese fried cauliflower

Savor the delightful crunch of Japanese Fried Cauliflower! This easy recipe features a savory marinade of soy sauce, sake, and ginger, perfectly coating tender cauliflower florets. Breaded with crispy bread crumbs and flour, then fried to golden perfection, it's a flavorful vegetarian dish with an irresistible texture. Perfect as a snack or side dish!

  • 23 May 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 35 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Japanese fried cauliflower

Japanese Fried Cauliflower is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried snacks. This dish incorporates classic Japanese flavors like soy sauce, sake, and ginger, giving the cauliflower a unique and flavorful twist. Perfect for an appetizer or a side dish, this recipe is sure to impress your friends and family with its crispy texture and savory taste.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp soy sauce
16g
1 tbsp sake
16g
1 tsp ginger root
5g
1/2 cauliflower
450g
1/2 cup bread crumbs
44g
1/3 cup all-purpose white wheat flour
40g
2 eggs
100g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cauliflower:
- Thoroughly wash and drain 1/2 head of cauliflower.
- Cut it into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are all roughly the same size for even cooking.
2. Create Marinade:
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 tbsp of soy sauce, 1 tbsp of sake, and 1 tsp of grated ginger root.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl, tossing them gently until they are well-coated with the marinade.
- Allow the cauliflower to marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors. For a more intense flavor, you can marinate it for up to 30 minutes.
3. Prepare Breading Station:
- Set up three shallow bowls or plates for breading your cauliflower.
- In the first bowl, combine 1/3 cup of all-purpose white wheat flour.
- In the second bowl, beat 2 eggs until smooth.
- In the third bowl, place 1/2 cup of bread crumbs.
4. Bread the Cauliflower:
- Take each marinated cauliflower floret and coat it first in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Next, dip the floret into the beaten eggs until it's fully covered.
- Finally, roll the floret in the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to make sure they adhere well.
- Place the breaded florets on a plate and repeat the process for all the cauliflower pieces.
5. Fry the Cauliflower:
- Heat a pot or deep fryer with oil over medium-high heat (around 350°F/175°C).
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded cauliflower florets in small batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
- Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried cauliflower and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
6. Serve:
- Optionally, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, a squeeze of lemon juice, or garnish with chopped green onions for added flavor.
- Serve the Japanese fried cauliflower hot as a delicious appetizer or side dish.

Tips:

- Ensure the cauliflower florets are cut evenly so they cook uniformly.

- Marinate the cauliflower in the soy sauce, sake, and ginger mixture for at least 15 minutes for maximum flavor infusion.

- Use Panko bread crumbs for an extra crispy texture.

- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy coating; a temperature of about 350°F (175°C) is ideal.

- Drain the fried cauliflower on a paper towel to remove excess oil and keep them crispy.

- For a healthier option, consider baking the cauliflower in an oven preheated to 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.

Enjoy your Japanese Fried Cauliflower as a standalone snack or as a side dish to your favorite meal. The crispy, flavorful cauliflower pieces will be a hit at any gathering or family dinner. Remember, the key to this dish is in the seasoning and the perfect balance of ingredients. Happy cooking!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size170 grams
Energy
Calories 150kcal8%
Protein
Protein 8g6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 22g6%
Fiber 3.12g8%
Sugar 2.96g3%
Fat
Fat 3.61g4%
Saturated 1.10g4%
Cholesterol 100mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 44ug5%
Choline 140mg25%
Vitamin B1 0.22mg18%
Vitamin B2 0.22mg17%
Vitamin B3 1.57mg10%
Vitamin B6 0.25mg15%
Vitamin B9 100ug24%
Vitamin B12 0.29ug12%
Vitamin C 55mg60%
Vitamin E 0.37mg2%
Vitamin K 18ug15%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 60mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.10mg11%
Iron, Fe 1.62mg15%
Magnesium, Mg 33mg8%
Phosphorus, P 130mg11%
Potassium, K 430mg13%
Selenium, Se 13ug24%
Sodium, Na 350mg24%
Zinc, Zn 0.93mg8%
Water
Water 130g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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