Beer Batter Cauliflower Was Mushrooms My Way Food

BEER-CAN CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to medium high. Pour out one-quarter of a can of beer. Trim the base of a head of cauliflower so it can rest on the beer can but the florets still stay together. Brush melted butter all over the cauliflower and season with salt. Lay a double sheet of foil on the grill. Put the beer can on the foil and rest the cauliflower on the top. Cover the grill and cook until the cauliflower is browned and tender, about 1 hour. Remove the cauliflower and brush with melted butter mixed with hot sauce and grated garlic. Return the cauliflower to the beer can and grill 10 to 15 more minutes. Brush with more spicy butter and sprinkle with salt. Serve with blue cheese dressing.

BEER-BATTERED MUSHROOMS WITH GARLIC AIOLI

Steps:

• Make the aioli: Combine the mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, mustard and garlic in a food processor and process until combined. Transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
• Meanwhile, prepare the mushrooms: In a shallow pan, soak the mushroom strips in the buttermilk, about 1 hour.
• Make the batter: In a large bowl, combine the egg yolks, beer, flour, cornmeal, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and the cayenne. Fill a large deep pot with about 1 1/2 inches peanut oil; heat over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F.
• In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with a mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter. One at a time, dip the mushroom strips in the batter, then carefully lower into the hot oil. (Do this in batches if necessary-do not crowd the pot.) Fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, turning with tongs. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with sea salt and serve with the garlic aioli.

BATTER DIPPED DEEP FRIED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat fryer oil to 375.
• Place the beaten eggs, milk and salt in a shallow bowl (or a large baggie).
• In a separate shallow bowl (or another large baggie), mix together flour, cheese, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, paprika, cayenne, and pepper.
• Place flowerets into egg mixture and toss (or shake baggie) to coat well.
• Remove and place into flour mixture and toss (or shake baggie) to coat well.
• Fry in batches for 4 - 6 minutes or until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels and lightly salt.
• *Serve w/ dipping sauces such as marinara, ranch or blue cheese.

BEER BATTER FRIED MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Pour about 3 inches (more if needed to cover the mushrooms) of oil into a large pot.
• Heat until it reaches about 375 degrees Farenhieght.
• Meanwhile Mix beer, flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper and parsley flakes in a large bowl.
• Mix until smooth and well blended without any lumps.
• Dip mushrooms into batter and coat well.
• Fry mushrooms in batches in oil until crispy and brown.
• Time will vary depending on temperature of oil and the amount of mushrooms being fried.
• I usually do about 10 mushrooms at a time and it takes about 8 minutes.
• When done, remove mushrooms to a plate or bowl lined with paper towels to drain off excess oil.
• Place in a shallow bowl sprinkle with salt and toss to coat evenly.
• Serve with favorite dipping sauce!

VEGETABLES IN BEER BATTER

Steps:

• Let beer stand 45 minutes or until flat at room temp.
• Combine sifted flour, cheese, parsley, salt, and garlic powder.
• Stir in olive oil, beer, egg yolks,and blend until smooth.
• Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
• Dip vegetables into batter.
• Fry in deep fat 375 degrees F.
• a few at a time, until golden 2- 5 minutes.
• Drain on absorbent paper.
• Sprinkle with a little salt and serve.
• Makes three cups batter.
• Vegetables: zucchini, eggplant, cauliflower, red peppers, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese cubes, etc.