Crispy Fried Cauliflower

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower (about 1kg / 2.2 lbs), cut into bite-sized florets
• 1 cup / 125g all-purpose flour (plain flour)
• 1 tsp / 5g garlic powder
• 1 tsp / 5g smoked paprika
• ½ tsp / 2.5g cayenne pepper (optional, for extra kick)
• ½ tsp / 3g salt
• ½ tsp / 3g ground black pepper
• 1 cup / 240ml ice-cold sparkling water (or club soda)
• Vegetable oil, for frying (about 4 cups / 1 liter)
• 1 cup / 240g plain Greek yogurt (full-fat for best flavor)
• 2 tablespoons / 30ml lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 tsp)
• 1 tablespoon / 15ml olive oil
• ½ tsp / 2.5g ground cumin
• ¼ tsp / 1g cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
• Sesame seeds (optional)