Cauliflower fritters with sweet chilli dip

An extra that makes a festive meal feel truly special ✨

SERVES: 4

PREP: 10 MINS

COOK: 15 MINS

Ingredients

• 550g small cauliflower florets
• Vegetable oil for deep fat frying
• 80g plain flour
• 40g cornflour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 2 tsp paprika
• ¾ tsp salt
• 1 tsp turmeric
• Large handful fresh chopped coriander (optional)
• 150ml sweet chilli dipping sauce

Method

1. Cook the cauliflower florets in a pan of lightly salted boiling water for 5 mins. Drain well. Tip onto kitchen paper to absorb the excess water and pat dry.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a deep-fat fryer to 170°C or in a pan until a piece of bread turns golden in 30 seconds.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the plain flour, corn flour, baking powder, paprika, salt, turmeric, coriander (if using) and 150ml cold water to a thick smooth batter. Fold in the cauliflower florets until well coated.
4. Use a slotted spoon to drop the battered cauliflower into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 mons until crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper and keep warm while you prepare the remaining fritters. Serve immediately with the sweet chilli dipping sauce.