Cauliflower Panko Pakoras

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 1/2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs), divided
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 cup club soda
• 2 large egg whites
• 2 bags (12 oz. each) cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Cilantro Mint Dipping Sauce