Baked or Air Fryer Cauliflower Cutlets are a very simple yet tasty vegetarian main dish that the whole family will love.
Usually, not everyone appreciates this vegetable, especially children, but when breaded like this, it’s hard to resist, and it’s a way to get the little ones to eat more vegetables.
The recipe for cauliflower cutlets is very simple, replacing meat cutlets, but first, you need to lightly cook the slices to make them soft inside but wrapped in a tasty and crispy breading!
The cutlets can be cooked in the oven or in the air fryer for a light and delicious meal, but if you prefer, they can also be fried in a pan with some oil; the choice is yours. In any case, they will always be delicious and tasty!
If you like cauliflower, you’ll find many other tasty recipes on the blog.
These versions of vegetarian cutlets are also excellent
zucchini cutlets
Chard Cutlets Breaded and Fried Onion Rings
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
Ingredients for Cauliflower Cutlets
- 1 cauliflower (medium)
- 1.25 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 oz grated Parmesan cheese
- Half clove garlic
- 1 sprig parsley
- 2 eggs (medium)
- to taste salt
- to taste oil
Tools
- 1 Pot
- 1 Stove
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Baking Tray
- 1 Baking Paper
- 1 Oven
- 1 Air Fryer
Steps for Cauliflower Cutlets
To prepare the cauliflower cutlets, start by cleaning the cauliflower, removing the outer leaves and washing it under running water.
Dry it and then cut it into slices about 0.6 inches thick.
The central slices will be perfect, and don’t worry if the first slices break, you can still bread them even if they fall apart, or use them for something else in the kitchen.
Place the slices in a pot and cook them for about 5 minutes with water and salt.
Meanwhile, prepare the breading: in a container, pour the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, chopped parsley, and garlic, adjust the salt, and mix.
In another container, beat the eggs.
Drain the cauliflower, let it cool slightly, then gently dip the slices first in the beaten eggs on both sides and then in the breadcrumbs, making sure it adheres well. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and lightly oiled, drizzle the slices with a little more oil, and then proceed with cooking.
Bake the cauliflower cutlets in a preheated fan oven at 356°F for about 25 minutes, turning the slices halfway through. The time varies based on the power of your oven and the thickness of the cutlets; they are ready when they are golden brown on both sides.
Place the breaded cauliflower slices inside the preheated air fryer basket, spray with some oil, and cook at 392°F for about 20 minutes.
Check and turn them during cooking; when they are well golden, they are ready.
Fry the cutlets in a pan after heating the oil well (peanut or olive oil). Turn them during cooking; when golden on both sides, drain them on absorbent paper and then serve.
Plate and serve the Baked or Air Fryer Cauliflower Cutlets hot, and enjoy your meal!
Storage
The Cauliflower Cutlets should be served immediately to best enjoy their crispy golden coating. If you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge, in an airtight container, for about 1-2 days.
When ready to eat, reheat them in the oven or air fryer at 356°F for 10-15 minutes.
Variants
If you like, you can flavor the coating of the Cutlets with other ingredients; you can replace the Parmesan with Pecorino or Parmesan, or with other herbs such as marjoram, thyme, or with spices by adding pepper, turmeric, paprika, or curry.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use raw cauliflower slices?
Yes, of course, just cut them a little thinner, about 0.4 inches, and increase the cooking time in the oven or air fryer; they will be even crispier!
Can I dip them in flour?
I skipped this step, but if you prefer, you can dip them first in flour, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumbs.
