Source: Vaaseenaa, AdobeStockDelicious, healthy, and often low-calorie side dishes can be made from cauliflower. We're sharing 15 of the best recipes for those who want to try something new!
1. Cauliflower Mash
Source: attuale.ruTender and with pleasant creamy notes – simply a treasure.
You will need: 400 g cauliflower, 40 g butter, 60 ml cream.
Preparation: Break the cauliflower into florets, put them in boiling water and cook until soft. Drain them in a colander and blend with an immersion blender. Add warm cream, softened butter, and spices to taste, then blend again until smooth.
2. Cauliflower Rice
Source: za-edoy.ruIt's not rice grains, but the texture is very similar.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/2 lime or lemon, 3 sprigs cilantro, spices.
Preparation: Grate the cauliflower on a coarse grater or chop it with a blender. Sauté it in vegetable oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring. Add chopped herbs and spices, heat for another 1 minute, remove from heat and drizzle with lime juice.
3. Cauliflower Fritters
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruIf you don't have a blender, you can grate the cauliflower or put it through a meat grinder.
You will need: 350 g cauliflower, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Parboil the cauliflower florets until soft, then chop them into crumbs with a blender, but not to a puree consistency. Add the remaining ingredients and mix the batter. Spoon the fritters onto a pan and fry on both sides.
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4. Braised Cauliflower in Tomato Sauce
Source: postila.ruIf desired, you can use canned tomatoes in their own juice.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 3 tbsp vinegar, 4 cloves garlic, 2 onions, 4 tomatoes, 2 tsp sugar, 1.5 cups water, spices.
Preparation: Break the cauliflower into florets and soak them for 10 minutes in plenty of water with vinegar. Chop the onion and garlic, sauté until soft, and add peeled and chopped tomatoes. Simmer for a couple of minutes, pour in water, add sugar and all spices, bring to a boil, and add the cauliflower. Simmer everything covered for about 15 minutes over low heat. You can add a spoonful of tomato paste.
5. Cauliflower in Sour Cream in a Pan
Source: otziwi.ruSprinkle the finished cauliflower with ground paprika or chopped herbs for color.
You will need: 800 g cauliflower, 250 ml sour cream, 250 ml water, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Break the cauliflower into small florets, place them in a pan, and pour in water. Cook over low heat, covered, for 5-7 minutes until the florets soften. Add a spoonful of oil, minced garlic, sour cream, and spices to taste. Heat everything together for a few more minutes, stirring, and remove from heat.
6. Cauliflower Muffins
Source: youtube.comConvenient because they are cooked in portions and can be taken anywhere.
You will need: 400 g cauliflower, 3 eggs, 1 onion, 150 g flour, 1 bunch of greens, 0.5 tsp baking powder, spices.
Preparation: Chop the cauliflower and onion by any convenient method. Add beaten eggs, chopped herbs, and spices. Sift in the flour with baking powder, mix, let the dough rest for 10 minutes, and spoon it into muffin molds. Bake for 25-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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7. Fried Cauliflower with Egg
Source: attuale.ruIt's best to fry cauliflower in a mixture of butter and vegetable oil.
You will need: 300 g cauliflower, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Parboil the florets until soft, pat them dry slightly, and mix with breadcrumbs and spices. Fry them briefly over medium heat and pour in the beaten eggs. Continue frying the cauliflower, stirring, until cooked through.
8. Whole Roasted Cauliflower in the Oven
Source: pinterest.comMakes an excellent side dish for a festive table – it looks very impressive.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Boil the whole head of cauliflower in salted water with spices for 10-12 minutes. Place it in a baking dish, brush with softened butter, and sprinkle with spices and breadcrumbs. Bake for 10-15 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
9. Cauliflower Curry
Source: nvkz-tub.ruAn extraordinary oriental side dish for lovers of original flavors.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp turmeric, 2 tbsp curry powder, 50 g tomato paste, 2 pinches cumin, 200 ml vegetable broth, 400 ml coconut milk, herbs.
Preparation: Sauté the chopped onion in oil until translucent, add garlic and paprika, and fry for a few more seconds. Add tomato paste and the remaining spices. Add small cauliflower florets and mix everything. Pour in the broth and coconut milk, bring to a boil, and simmer for 20 minutes over low heat, covered. Sprinkle the finished dish with chopped herbs.
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10. Baked Cauliflower with Cheese
Source: dzen.ruOne of the classic cauliflower side dishes.
You will need: 500 g cauliflower, 100 g hard cheese, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 25 g butter, spices.
Preparation: Parboil the cauliflower florets for 3-4 minutes in boiling water, drain, and place in a baking dish. Whisk the egg with spices and sour cream. Pour this mixture over the cauliflower, sprinkle with grated cheese, and top with pieces of butter. Bake for 10-15 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
11. Cauliflower in Soy Sauce
Source: za-edoy.ruThe finished side dish can be additionally drizzled with teriyaki sauce.
You will need: 400 g cauliflower, 50 g onion, 50 ml soy sauce, spices.
Preparation: Parboil the cauliflower florets for 3-4 minutes in boiling water. Slice the onion into half-rings and fry until golden. Add the cauliflower and spices, pour in the soy sauce, and simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
12. Cauliflower Gratin
Source: diyetio.comClassic gratin is made with potatoes, but this also turns out very delicious.
You will need: 2 heads cauliflower, 1 liter milk, 6 cloves garlic, 50 g butter, 200 g hard cheese, nutmeg, ground white pepper, salt, thyme.
Preparation: Break the cauliflower into florets. Mix milk and water in equal proportions and cook the cauliflower in this mixture for about 10 minutes. Then place the florets in a buttered dish and sprinkle with spices. Mix cream and half of the grated cheese, pour over the cauliflower, and bake for 10 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake for another 5 minutes.
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13. Braised Cauliflower with Vegetables
Source: iloveallrecipes.comYou can additionally add any other vegetables to your taste.
You will need: 500 g cauliflower, 100 g green peas, 100 g onion, 100 g carrots, 10 g garlic, 50 g tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion and carrots, sauté them for 5-7 minutes, and add small cauliflower florets. Fry for another 4-5 minutes, stirring. Mix tomato paste, spices, and a glass of water. Pour over the cauliflower, mix, and simmer for 10 minutes covered over low heat. Add green peas and garlic, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
14. Cauliflower with Bell Pepper in Egg Custard
Source: receptle.ruDespite its simplicity, this side dish turns out very vibrant and delicious.
You will need: 450 g cauliflower, 100 g bell pepper, 2 eggs, 70 g sour cream, 60 g hard cheese, paprika, oregano, spices.
Preparation: Parboil the cauliflower florets for 3-4 minutes in boiling water and drain in a colander. Whisk the eggs with spices and sour cream, and add grated cheese. Briefly sauté the bell pepper until soft, add the cauliflower, and fry for a few more minutes. Pour the egg mixture over everything and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until done.
15. Cauliflower Steaks in BBQ Sauce
Source: koolinar.ruAn extraordinary vegan steak, cooked in the oven.
You will need: 1 head cauliflower, 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 tsp Provence herbs, salt, dried garlic, BBQ sauce.
Preparation: Mix olive oil with all spices and Provence herbs. Slice the head of cauliflower into steaks about 20 mm thick, brush them with oil on both sides, place on parchment paper, and bake in the oven for 40 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius. Then brush the steaks with BBQ sauce and return to the oven for another 2-3 minutes.