Crispy Masala-Spiced Cauliflower Tacos

Crispy Masala-Spiced Cauliflower Tacos

#Veggie #Easy Prep #Indian-inspired #Tacos #Quick

🥘 Ingredients

  • black pepper
    3 pinch
  • cauliflower florets
    1 unit
  • cilantro
    2 tbsp
  • cooking oil
    2 tbsp
  • fenugreek (drained)
    1 tsp
  • flour tortillas
    2 unit
  • garam masala
    1 tsp
  • mini cucumber
    1 unit
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • red pepper jam
    2 tbsp
  • salt
    3 pinch
  • shallot (minced)
    1
  • tempura batter mix
    ½ cup
  • tomato
    1 unit
  • water
    1 tsp, ½ cup
  • white wine vinegar
    1 tbsp
  • yogurt
    2 tbsp

🍳 Cookware

  • small bowl
  • box grater
  • strainer
  • medium bowl
  • medium bowl
  • large pan
  • slotted spoon
  1. 1
    Wash and dry all produce.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl , combine shallot , red pepper jam , half the cilantro , half the white wine vinegar , and olive oil . Season with salt and black pepper . Set aside to make the chutney.
    shallot: 1 (minced), red pepper jam: 2 tbsp, cilantro: 2 tbsp, white wine vinegar: 1 tbsp, olive oil: 1 tbsp, salt: 1 pinch, black pepper: 1 pinch
  3. 3
    Using a box grater , grate the mini cucumber . Gently press out any excess liquid using a strainer or paper towel and discard. Transfer cucumber to a medium bowl and mix with yogurt . Season with salt and black pepper to make the sauce.
    mini cucumber: 1 unit, yogurt: 2 tbsp, salt: 1 pinch, black pepper: 1 pinch
  4. 4
    In a separate medium bowl , whisk together tempura batter mix , fenugreek , remaining garam masala , water , salt , and black pepper . If the mixture seems too thick, add more water at a time until it reaches a pancake-batter-like consistency.
    tempura batter mix: ½ cup, fenugreek: 1 tsp (drained), garam masala: 1 tsp, water: ½ cup, salt: 1 pinch, black pepper: 1 pinch, water: 1 tsp
  5. 5
    Heat cooking oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once oil is shimmering and hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles when added, dip cauliflower florets into the batter and add in a single layer using a slotted spoon . Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed. Cook until golden brown and crisp ⏱️ 2 minutes per side.
    cooking oil: 2 tbsp, cauliflower florets: 1 unit
  6. 6
    Wrap flour tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave until warm and pliable ⏱️ 30 seconds .
    flour tortillas: 2 unit
  7. 7
    Divide tortillas between plates. Fill with crispy cauliflower, diced tomato , cucumber yogurt sauce, and red pepper chutney. Top with remaining cilantro. Serve immediately.
    tomato: 1 unit