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Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos

April 8, 2013 by Cara

There are 3 things you need in life: 1). Something to do, 2). Something to love, and 3). Something to look forward to. And beer. The silent 4th. Oh, and cauliflower that has been dipped in a beer batter and eaten like tacos. When you are not happy, you are not doing one of those things. You probably just need a Beer-Battered Cauliflower Taco though…

Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos taste SO GOOD, they're even better than fish! 

I was so excited when these cauliflower florets sizzled up beautifully in my pan. With a crunchy bite and a soft inside, this recipe truly is reminiscent of fish tacos. However there is no fishing pole needed here–just a head of cauliflower. 

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Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos

  • Author: Fork & Beans
  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: Fills 4-6 Tacos 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 2 c. cauliflower florets

For the Beer Batter:

  • 1 Tbsp. flaxseed meal + 3 Tbsp. warm water, allow to sit for 5-7 minutes until thick
  • 1/2 c. Cara’s gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/3 c. corn starch
  • 1/3 c. gluten-free beer
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

For the garnish:

  • Cilantro Lime Sauce
  • red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • cilantro and onions, minced
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Combine flour blend, cornstarch, chili powder and paprika–whisk until well-blended.
  2. Combine flax “egg”, oil and beer into the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. Batter should be thick but not too thick where it cannot be mixed with resistance. Think thick waffle batter.
  3. Heat a medium skillet with 1/2 c. oil. Allow to heat thoroughly (very important).
  4. Gently dip each piece of cauliflower into batter and place into the skillet. Fry for a good 2-3 minutes on each side or until nicely browned.
  5. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with salt to season.
  6. Assemble the tacos as desired and serve with Avocado, Mango, and Fig Salsa.

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Now if you really wanna get crazy for Taco Tuesday, you can use my recipe for Crispy Coconut Cauliflower Bites and stuff them into your tacos for an awesome vegetarian version of coconut shrimp tacos. Just don’t forget the Avocado, Mango, and Fig Salsa and all of the shredded red cabbage!

Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos taste SO GOOD, they're even better than fish! 

Don’t forget the tortillas! You can use regular corn OR try out my favorite gluten free flour tortilla recipe ever. 

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Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Egg Free, Gluten-Free, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Vegan Tagged With: baking, cauliflower, Food, gluten free, raw, recipes, tacos, vegan

About Cara

Based in Chicago with her husband and son, Cara is the creator behind the site Fork and Beans: A place where kids can have fun with their food.

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  1. Stephanie Dreyer

    November 9, 2015 at 11:08 am

    These look amazing. I am trying this next week for Taco Tuesday!!!

    • Cara

      November 9, 2015 at 1:43 pm

      Invite me over when you do πŸ™‚

  2. dh

    July 4, 2013 at 10:27 am

    This was delicious! We used soy flour instead of the gluten free mix described and that worked fine but we needed more beer to thin out the mixture. The sauce was amazing!!!

  3. Yvonne Varela Stringer

    June 12, 2013 at 9:23 pm

    Love, love love this recipe!! I just made it and was amazed at how simple and delicious it is. I used a creamy chipotle sauce (made from vegan sour cream and chipotes) to top it off along with a squeeze of lime and YUM!!!!

  4. Chelsea

    April 29, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    ummmmm what???? I love cauliflower, why have I never fried it before? totally genius and lovely blog by the way!

  5. Danielle

    April 29, 2013 at 9:51 am

    YOU ARE A GENIUS

  6. Joy @For the Love of Leaves

    April 16, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    Wow. This looks delicious! This may replace my much-loved fish tacos. Can’t wait to try it!

  7. mmmarzipan

    April 15, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    I want these NOW! πŸ™‚

  8. Anna {Herbivore Triathlete}

    April 13, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    These remind me of fish tacos for some reason, maybe the cabbage and lime? I don’t know but they look amazing! I use to love fish tacos and your cauliflower ones look like the perfect replacement. Love the blue tortillas too, beautiful!

    (That wooden fork kicks ass too by the way!)

  9. IRENA

    April 12, 2013 at 5:18 am

    Interesting recipe, I’ll have to try it as it is nice combination! Photos are beautiful, light and colorful!!

  10. Denise

    April 12, 2013 at 3:44 am

    The beer batter sounds amazing! I may also try it for onion rings.

    Also I nominated you for a Sunshine Award at our blog, Surviving the Food Allergy Apocalypse,for all your efforts to really interesting and tasty recipes. Thanks! http://wp.me/p2E6AA-zB

  11. Bernadette @ Now Stir It Up

    April 11, 2013 at 10:15 am

    I love this idea! Cauliflower really is the jack of all traits. πŸ™‚

  12. Nikki

    April 10, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    Yum! I will be making these ASAP.

  13. Heather

    April 10, 2013 at 9:42 am

    You never cease to amaze me- these look incredible! They are beyond perfect – going on my must make list!

  14. Jared

    April 9, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    Just made these — SO good. I added some black beans and avocados I had to use up in the tacos, and added chipotles in adobo to the sauce.

  15. sarah@thesweetlife

    April 9, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    This is so funny, I bought very similar ingredients to make some faux fish tacos (tofu) this week for The Sweet Life. Yours look so good and while I’m making mine right now, I may let this one sit in as a draft for awhile.

    Love your blog <3

  16. Lizzie

    April 9, 2013 at 10:04 am

    As awesome as that cauliflower looks, more than that, I SO needed that list of three things today…yes, yes, a million times yes. So simple, so true. Thank you, dear one! πŸ™‚

    • Cara

      April 9, 2013 at 2:46 pm

      I felt so blessed hearing those 3 things the other day–it really touched me and made sense in my soul. Happy to know that I am not alone in my reaction to that message. xoxo!

  17. Greg

    April 9, 2013 at 10:01 am

    These are soooo good. I eat a lot of tacos…i mean…a lot! And these top the list. tengo el gato en las pantalones!!!

    • Cara

      April 9, 2013 at 2:46 pm

      El gato enfuego esta muy muy caliente and mis pantalones son guapos.

  18. Gabby @ the veggie nook

    April 9, 2013 at 4:00 am

    Cauliflower is so versatile! And you are so talented for transforming it into these πŸ™‚

  19. Vegan Dove

    April 8, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    i’m so glad i’ve found this, fish tacos are definitely a stable in my household especially during the summer. cant wait to try this πŸ™‚

    • Cara

      April 9, 2013 at 7:08 am

      Your house will definitely be celebrating summer everyday with these cauli tacos πŸ™‚ Hope you like them! xo

  20. Leopold

    April 8, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    Yep. My housemate and I did this tonight. Used a chocolate stout. beyond good.

    • Cara

      April 9, 2013 at 7:08 am

      A chocolate stout sounds perfect for this! I am so glad that you liked this recipe, Leopold. Thank you for giving it a try πŸ™‚

  21. Richa

    April 8, 2013 at 7:09 pm

    Yummers!!! what is with you lately:) that is another awesome meal!

    • Cara

      April 9, 2013 at 7:09 am

      I go through these phases of inspiration, especially when I eat cauliflower πŸ™‚

  22. Somer

    April 8, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    Is there anything cauliflower can’t do!?!

  23. Heather @ Better With Veggies

    April 8, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    Another super-creative idea – these look so good! I think I actually have cauliflower in the fridge…I need to use it!

  24. Beth @ Tasty Yummies

    April 8, 2013 at 1:12 pm

    These look amazing!! Such a fun idea. Also, those blue tortillas look incredible

  25. Eileen

    April 8, 2013 at 12:06 pm

    Cauliflower in a taco? I would never have thought! This sounds so interesting & delicious! πŸ™‚

  26. Suzanne @RollWithIt

    April 8, 2013 at 10:22 am

    Oh my god STOP IT! These look freakin’ amazing and I could literally eat one RIGHT NOW! You and your creativity are simply divine!

    • Cara

      April 9, 2013 at 7:10 am

      I will NOT stop πŸ˜‰ Thank you for the super sweet comment, Suzanne!

      • Suzanne @RollWithIt

        April 9, 2013 at 9:35 am

        Anytime! I am part of your personal cheering squad after all πŸ˜‰

  27. Angie

    April 8, 2013 at 9:27 am

    This sounds amazing!

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