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Crispy Parmesan Garlic Baked Cauliflower Bites

A pile of crispy, golden brown Baked Cauliflower Bites sprinkled with herbs and Parmesan cheese.
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Bake cauliflower florets until they are golden brown and crispy using a simple Parmesan and garlic coating. This recipe provides a healthy, oven-baked appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a three-stage dredging station. In the first shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. In the second shallow bowl, whisk the milk.
  4. In the third shallow bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and dried parsley. Mix well.
  5. Take one cauliflower floret at a time. First, dredge it lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  6. Next, dip the floured floret into the milk, allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Finally, press the floret firmly into the Panko-Parmesan mixture until fully coated.
  8. Place the coated florets on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they do not touch.
  9. Drizzle the florets lightly with the olive oil.
  10. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping the florets halfway through the baking time, until they are golden brown and crisp.
  11. Serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, do not overcrowd the baking sheets; use two sheets if necessary.
  • You can substitute almond flour for all-purpose flour for a lower-carb option, though the texture may change slightly.
  • Bake time may vary based on floret size; check for doneness at 20 minutes.

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