Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet

Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet
Today I had an idea to make my grandkids happily eat cauliflower. I thought: I’ll try making it into cutlets, and it worked.

I’ll show you how to cook it in the oven, pan, or air fryer.
Cabbages are precious foods for their nutrients: potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, folic acid, vitamin C. They also contain anti-cancer, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant active ingredients. They are purifying, contain many minerals, and promote tissue regeneration. They are highly recommended for those with diabetes, and the crunchy cutlet will delight children.

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Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Cost: Very Cheap
  • Preparation time: 20 Minutes
  • Portions: 5
  • Cooking methods: Oven, Frying, Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All Seasons
430.43 Kcal
calories per serving
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  • Energy 430.43 (Kcal)
  • Carbohydrates 48.37 (g) of which sugars 6.37 (g)
  • Proteins 17.08 (g)
  • Fat 19.35 (g) of which saturated 5.51 (g)of which unsaturated 11.25 (g)
  • Fibers 5.66 (g)
  • Sodium 1,256.49 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 225 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.

* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet

  • 1 kg cauliflower (whole)
  • 3 eggs
  • 300 g breadcrumbs
  • 1 bunch parsley (chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (chopped)
  • 60 g pecorino romano (grated)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste vegetable oil

Here’s What We Need

to make

  • Knife
  • Tray
  • Pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cutting Board

Preparation

let’s go to the kitchen to make

  • The first thing to do is to remove the outer leaves of the cauliflower, then wash it by fully immersing it in water without cutting it. Then let it drain upside down.

    cauliflower
  • In the meantime, beat the eggs in a deep plate.

  • Now that the cauliflower has drained, place it on a cutting board and slice it into slices about 0.4 inches (1 cm) thick. Any broken pieces can still be used in this recipe or soups.

  • Season the breadcrumbs with pecorino, chopped garlic, and parsley, salt, and pepper to taste

    breadcrumbs
  • Dip the slices in the egg, ensuring the egg gets between the crevices. You may use a spoon to pour the egg into the spaces.

  • Next, coat the slices with the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing firmly with your fingers to ensure the breadcrumbs enter all the holes in the cauliflower.

  • Then shake off the excess breadcrumbs and place it on a tray

  • Now decide whether to bake it or fry it in a pan. Or in an air fryer.

    For oven baking, cook it at 375°F (190°C) static or 355°F (180°C) fan for about 30 minutes.

  • If you prefer frying, do a double cooking: first in a pan and then 5 minutes in the oven.

    In an air fryer, arrange the slices in the basket and cook at 375°F (190°C) for about 15 minutes.

  • Here is your Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet, also prepared in an air fryer.

    Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet

Storage

Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet

You can store them either raw or cooked in the fridge for up to 3 days. In the freezer for up to 3 months.

Ask Me

Baked or Fried Cauliflower Cutlet

  • What if I don’t want to use eggs?

    You’ll need to create a batter with water and flour, then coat with breadcrumbs.

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