Crispy Cauliflower in a Skillet
Appetizing, golden, juicy, and fast - in beer batter! Crispy cauliflower in a skillet can be made in many ways. One of the simplest and most budget-friendly is frying it in beer batter. The tender coating combined with crispy florets creates a real flavor explosion.
Updated : 11 August, 2025
Easy
About 20 min.
Ingredients
500 grams
Cauliflower
2 tablespoon
Vegetable oil
Batter
50 milliliters
Beer
1
Eggs
3 tablespoon
Wheat flour
to taste
Salt
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
You can use your own favorite spices in addition to the suggested ones. This recipe works well not only for cauliflower but also for broccoli. Use any vegetable oil suitable for frying. Choose your preferred beer - light or dark.
Step 2
Wash the cauliflower thoroughly, dry it, remove the green leaves, and separate the head into florets. Cut large florets into 2–3 pieces and leave smaller ones whole. You can also use frozen cauliflower – just defrost it first and drain any excess liquid.
Step 3
Boil the florets in salted water for about 5-7 minutes. They should remain slightly firm and not become mushy.
Step 4
Drain the cauliflower in a colander. If needed, pat it dry with paper towels - excess water may cause hot oil to splatter during frying.
Step 5
Prepare the batter. In a bowl, combine the egg, flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly with a fork or whisk until smooth.
Step 6
Pour in the beer and mix again until fully incorporated.
Step 7
You may need more or less flour depending on consistency. The batter should be thick but pourable, and smooth without lumps. It should coat the cauliflower well and not drip like water.
Step 8
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, coating all sides.
Step 9
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the coated cauliflower in the skillet and fry, stirring occasionally, until golden brown - about 10-15 minutes, depending on the heat level and floret size.
Step 10
Transfer the finished cauliflower to a plate and serve hot. Enjoy!