Crispy italian cauliflower poppers appetizer
Crispy Italian Cauliflower Poppers Appetizer is a Mediterranean-inspired dish with a crispy coating. It is a great appetizer for a party or gathering, and it is budget-friendly. This recipe is a fun and flavorful way to enjoy cauliflower, packed with vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients
canned tomatoes
411.07 g
cauliflower
1 head
free range eggs
2
flour
125 g
fresh basil
9.45 Tbsps
garlic
1 tsp
garlic powder
0.29 tsps
black pepper
0.04 tsps
olive oil
2 Tbsps
panko
120 g
grated parmesan cheese
75 g
red pepper flakes
1 pinch
salt
4 servings
water
1 Tbsp
Method
- Preheat oven to 400 f.
- Brush a large baking sheet with a tablespoon of the olive oil. In a large, shallow dish combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Toss well with a fork until the oil is completely dispersed into the bread crumbs.
- Combine the eggs with 1 tablespoon of water in a medium bowl.
- Place the flour in a large resealable bag.
- Add half of the cauliflower florets to the bag with the flour, seal and shake to coat well.
- Remove the cauliflower to a fine mesh strainer and shake to remove excess flour.
- Place the floured cauliflower on a plate. Repeat with the remaining cauliflower.Working with a few pieces at a time.
- Add to the beaten egg. Using a fork, turn and toss the florets in the egg to completely coat.
- Transfer to the breadcrumb mixture and coat, pressing the crumbs into the florets, the help them adhere.
- Place on the oiled baking sheet, making sure you leave a little space between each florets so they crisp up really well. Repeat this step with the rest of the cauliflower. Spray the tops of the breaded florets lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake the cauliflower for 20 minutes, Flip the pieces over and continue baking for about 15 more minutes, until the cauliflower is crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside.While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the marinara. Pulse the undrained tomatoes in a food processor a few times until mostly broken down.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil with the garlic and pepper flakes in a medium saucepan over medium heat until just sizzling.
- Add the tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes until the marinara thickens slightly and the flavors develop.
- Add 2 tablespoons of the fresh basil, season with salt and pepper if needed.When the cauliflower is done baking, transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with the remaining basil.
- Serve with the marinara.
Nutrition:
Carbs
63 g
Fat
17 g
Protein
20 g
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