Ingredients
For the cauliflower:
1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko works best)
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 eggs
½ cup flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
2–3 tbsp olive oil
For the dipping sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
A squeeze of lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
Prepare the coating
In one bowl: flour + salt + pepper
In another: beaten eggs
In a third: breadcrumbs + parmesan + garlic powder + paprika
Coat the cauliflower
Dip each floret in flour → egg → breadcrumb mixture
Press well so it sticks nicely
Bake or fry
Bake (healthier):
Preheat oven to 200°C
Place on tray, drizzle with olive oil
Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy
Or fry:
Deep fry in hot oil (180°C) for 3–4 minutes until crispy
Make the dip
Mix all sauce ingredients until smooth
Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley (optional)
Serve hot with the creamy dip
🔥 Tips
Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
Use an air fryer at 200°C for ~15 minutes for extra crispiness
Double-coat for an even crunchier texture.