Name: Fried Parmesan Cauliflower Bites
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1.5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 3 large eggs; 0.25 cup milk; 2 cups dry bread crumbs; 0.5 cup cracker meal; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste; 0.5 cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Fried Parmesan Cauliflower Bites

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It's an authentic Italian recipe for fried cauliflower bites. My fiance's mom who is from Italy gave it to me! Serve with a sprig of parsley for decoration. So simple, so delicious!

Recipe by Lena~marie

Published on October 18, 2005

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 large eggs
¼ cup milk
2 cups dry bread crumbs
½ cup cracker meal
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
½ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Directions

Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower and cook until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes; don't overcook. Drain.
Mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix eggs and milk in a second bowl. Mix bread crumbs, cracker meal, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese in a third bowl.
Dip cooked cauliflower into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally into the bread crumb mixture.
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Lower cauliflower carefully into the hot oil in batches, adding more oil if needed. Fry until light golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining cauliflower.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

388	Calories
8g	Fat
63g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 388
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 2g	11%
Cholesterol 97mg	32%
Sodium 380mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 63g	23%
Dietary Fiber 5g	17%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 15g
Vitamin C 35mg	177%
Calcium 153mg	12%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 413mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.