Spicy Cauliflower Latkes With Za'Atar Aioli Recipe

Name: Spicy Cauliflower Latkes With Za'Atar Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 1/2 cups 1-to 1 1/2-inch cauliflower florets (from 2 medium heads); 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fine dry unseasoned breadcrumbs; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground Aleppo pepper or cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 to 3 large eggs; Olive oil (not extra-virgin) for frying

Servings: persons

7 1/2 cups 1-to 1 1/2-inch cauliflower florets (from 2 medium heads)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fine dry unseasoned breadcrumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground Aleppo pepper or cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 to 3 large eggs
Olive oil (not extra-virgin) for frying

1
Cook cauliflower in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool.
2
Add garlic and half of cauliflower to processor; blend until smooth. Add remaining cauliflower, parsley, and dill. Pulse until cauliflower is chopped and mixture is still slightly chunky. Transfer to large bowl. Mix in breadcrumbs, baking powder, salt, Aleppo pepper, and black pepper. Beat 2 eggs in small bowl; mix into batter. If batter is dry, beat remaining 1 egg in same bowl to blend and mix into batter by tablespoonfuls until moist but not runny batter forms. DO AHEAD:
3
Cover and chill.
4
Add enough oil to heavy large skillet to coat bottom generously; heat over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop 1 tablespoonful batter for each latke into skillet; flatten to 11/2-inch round. Cook until golden, adding oil as needed and adjusting heat if browning quickly, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to rimmed baking sheets. DO AHEAD:
5
Let stand at room temperature.
6
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Bake latkes uncovered until heated through, about 10 minutes. Serve latkes with aioli, if desired, or sprinkle with za'atar and serve.

310

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 1/2 cups 1-to 1 1/2-inch cauliflower florets (from 2 medium heads), 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, and more.

Yes, Spicy Cauliflower Latkes With Za'Atar Aioli falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Cauliflower Latkes With Za'Atar Aioli

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