Cauliflower Panko Pakoras

1/2 cup flour

1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs), divided

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

3/4 cup club soda

2 large egg whites

2 bags (12 oz. each) cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Cilantro Mint Dipping Sauce

Step 1

Preheat oven to 475°. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, 1/2 cup panko, the garam masala, baking soda, salt, and remaining spices. Whisk in lemon juice and club soda. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, use a clean whisk to beat egg whites until foamy.

Step 3

Whisk whites into flour mixture. Using your hands or a spatula, add cauliflower and combine until all florets are coated. Place remaining panko in a medium bowl. Lift florets, 1 at a time, out of batter and toss to coat with panko.

Step 4

Place florets on a large nonstick baking sheet coated with oil. Bake until browned and crispy, about 20 minutes. While cauliflower bakes, make Cilantro Mint Dipping Sauce.

Step 5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving without sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 111Calories from Fat 19

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.3g4%

Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 286mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
Protein 4.9g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Cauliflower Panko Pakoras