Cauliflower Crispy 65 Recipe

Description: A delicious and crispy cauliflower dish inspired by Chicken 65, coated in chickpea flour and garnished with fried curry leaves and green chilies.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons rice flour
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Water, as needed
• Oil for frying
• Fresh curry leaves and green chilies, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cauliflower:

   • Blanch the cauliflower florets in hot water for 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. Make the Batter:

   • In a bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt.
   • Add water gradually to make a thick batter, ensuring there are no lumps.

3. Coat the Cauliflower:

   • Dip each blanched cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.

4. Fry the Cauliflower:

   • Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
   • Fry the coated cauliflower florets in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

5. Garnish:

   • In the same oil, fry fresh curry leaves and green chilies until crisp. Use these to garnish the fried cauliflower.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the crispy cauliflower 65 hot as a snack or appetizer, optionally with a side of mint chutney or sauce of your choice.

Enjoy the crispy and flavorful Cauliflower Crispy 65!