Ingredients (makes 10-12)
° 200g cauliflower, cut into florets
° 100g self-raising flour
° 25g corn starch (optional)
° 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
° 1 teaspoon sugar
° ½ teaspoon salt
° ½ teaspoon pepper
° 100ml water
° oil, for deep-frying

Method
1. Combine the flour, corn starch, oil, sugar, salt and pepper into a bowl. Slowly add the water and mix into a batter.
2. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or wok. Dip the cauliflower florets in the batter to coat and then fry in batches until golden brown.
3. Remove the cauliflower balls with a slotted spoon. Drain well on kitchen paper and serve immediate.