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…

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.

Beer-Battered Cauliflower Tacos Author: Fork & Beans

Prep Time: Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: Cook Time: 5 mins

Total Time: Total Time: 30 mins

Yield: Yield: Fills 4 - 6 Tacos 1 x Print Pin Scale 1x 2x 3x Ingredients 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

. flaxseed meal + . warm water, allow to sit for 5-7 minutes until thick 1/2 c. Cara’s gluten-free flour blend

c. Cara’s gluten-free flour blend 1/3 c. corn starch

c. corn starch 1/3 c. gluten-free beer

c. gluten-free beer 1 tsp oil

oil 1/2 tsp chili powder

chili powder 1/2 tsp smoked paprika For the garnish: Cilantro Lime Sauce

red cabbage, thinly sliced

cilantro and onions, minced

lime wedges Instructions Combine flour blend, cornstarch, chili powder and paprika–whisk until well-blended. 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. Heat a medium skillet with 1/2 c. oil. Allow to heat thoroughly (very important). 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. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with salt to season. Assemble the tacos as desired and serve with Avocado, Mango, and Fig Salsa.

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!

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