Korean-Style Fried Cauliflower - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Korean-Style Fried Cauliflower is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Matt Abergel This ultra-crispy cauliflower, a.k.a. KFC, is a signature dish at Hong Kong's Yardbird. After being battered and fried, the cauliflower florets are tossed with a sweet and fiery sauce made with gochujang, the pepper paste that is a

Ingredients

2 tbsp. gochujang
.67 c. sugar
6 clove garlic
2 tbsp. mirin
2 tbsp. red yuzu kosho
1 c. tempura batter mix
1 large egg yolk
1 c. Japanese whole wheat flour
.67 c. potato starch
1 head cauliflower
canola oil
Toasted sesame seeds
Lime wedges

Instructions

In a blender, combine the gochujang with the sugar, garlic, and mirin. Add 1 cup of water and blend until smooth. Add the yuzu kosho and 1 cup of water and pulse to combine. Transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 15 minutes. Transfer the gochujang sauce to a large bowl and let cool.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the tempura flour with the egg yolk and 1 cup of ice water until smooth. Add the wheat flour, potato starch, and 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of ice water and whisk until smooth; the consistency should be that of thin pancake batter. Add the cauliflower, stirring to coat.
In a large saucepan, heat 2 inches of canola oil to 385 degrees F. Working in batches, lift the cauliflower florets from the batter, allowing the excess to drip back into the bowl. Fry the cauliflower, stirring occasionally, until the coating is golden and the florets are tender but not soft, 6 minutes. Drain the cauliflower on paper towels and Immediately add to the sauce; Toss to coat. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cauliflower to a plate. Repeat with the remaining cauliflower. Serve each batch as it's finished cooking. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve with lime wedges. Looking for vegetable recipes? Try our best asparagus recipes, eggplant recipes, or zucchini recipes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Korean-Style Fried Cauliflower good for PCOS?

Yes, this Korean-Style Fried Cauliflower recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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