Vegan Cauliflower Cutlets

Vegan Cauliflower Cutlets
Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized cauliflower head, cut into florets
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (ensure they are vegan)
• 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for a gluten-free option)
• 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond, soy, or oat milk)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• Cooking oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cauliflower:
   • Steam the cauliflower florets until they are fork-tender. Allow them to cool.
2. Make the Coating Mixture:
   • In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Set Up Dredging Station:
   • In one bowl, place the flour. In another bowl, mix the plant-based milk and Dijon mustard.
4. Coat Cauliflower:
   • Dip each cauliflower floret into the flour, then the milk and mustard mixture, and finally, coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure each floret is well coated.
5. Frying:
   • Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Fry the cauliflower florets until they are golden brown on all sides. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Drain and Serve:
   • Place the fried cauliflower cutlets on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
   • Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.