This very simple, unglamorous dish — which has become our signature tapa at Cafe Aion — is just another confirmation of that fact. A note on frying: Frying is one of those things that is easy in a commercial kitchen, but at home without the right equipment it can be tricky, messy and downright dangerous. From there cut each half into half, into half, into half. When the cauliflower is prepped and the oil is ready to roll, it won’t take long for the cauliflower to brown and crisp. Scoop and drain the crispy pieces and put in bowl.