Best 4 Amazing Cauliflower Tacos Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional tacos, look no further than cauliflower tacos. Made with cauliflower that is roasted until tender and then seasoned with a blend of flavorful spices, these tacos are packed with nutrients and big on taste. Cauliflower tacos can be topped with a variety of fresh and flavorful ingredients, such as tomatoes, onions, cilantro, avocado, and salsa, making them a versatile and customizable dish. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking for a healthier option, cauliflower tacos are a great choice for a satisfying and delicious meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY CAULIFLOWER TACOS



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My attempt at recreating The Deep Hole taco from Pico Taqueria! It's an amazing cauliflower taco with caper pico de gallo, garlic aioli, Parmesan cheese, and crispy shallots.

Provided by Laura Leavitt

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 medium plum tomatoes, diced
½ medium sweet onion, chopped
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
½ medium lime, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 cup oil for frying, or as needed
1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Toss cauliflower with olive oil, both chili powders, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cauliflower is tender, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, onion, capers, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper for pico in one bowl. Combine mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and pepper for aioli in another bowl. Place both bowls in the fridge to let flavors blend until everything else is ready.
  • Heat about 1 inch oil in a small pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Pat shallots dry with a paper towel, then lower into the oil; fry until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Remove oil from the pan and wipe dry. Toast tortillas if desired by heating in the pan over medium heat for 30 seconds per side.
  • Spoon aioli onto tortillas. Add cauliflower, pico, and shallots. Top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 268.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

AMAZING CAULIFLOWER TACOS



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These Cauliflower Tacos will blow your mind they are so good. Trying to get your picky eaters to eat more veggies? They'll never know the difference !

Provided by Chuck Underwood

Categories     Main

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small Head Cauliflower ((about 1 1/2 cups))
4 oz Fresh Mushrooms
1/2 cup Walnuts ((use less or omit if watching fat intake))
2 Tbs Soy Sauce
2 Tbs Chili Powder
2 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 tsp Ground Pepper
1/4 tsp Salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
  • Lightly pulse the mushrooms in a food processor until you have a rice like consistency
  • Now pulse (or chop) the walnuts to the same consistency and mix in a large bowl
  • Remove the core and leaves of your cauliflower and cut into small pieces
  • Pulse the cauliflower to the same consistency and add to bowl
  • Stir in soy sauce and mix
  • Stir in spices and mix well, making sure everything is mixed thoroughly
  • Spread mixture onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes
  • Stir lightly and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cauliflower, flour, milk, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, hot sauce, vegetable oil, honey, tortilla

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head cauliflower
¾ cup flour
¾ cup milk, or milk alternative
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup hot sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
tortilla, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450˚F (230˚C).
  • On a cutting board, break the head of cauliflower into florets.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and milk, and stir until well combined.
  • Add cauliflower florets to batter, making sure each piece is evenly coated.
  • Transfer to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine hot sauce, vegetable oil, and honey, and stir until evenly combined.
  • Brush hot sauce mixture on cauliflower and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Serve on warm tortillas with desired taco toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CAULIFLOWER TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Cauliflower Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vegetable oil, small flour tortillas, cauliflower, red cabbage, lettuce, fresh cilantro leaves, shredded cheese, avocado, panko bread crumbs, all purpose flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, paprika, chipotle chili powder, black pepper, hot sauce, hot sauce, salt

Provided by Heena Patel

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

vegetable oil, for frying
10 small flour tortillas
1 head cauliflower, cut into 1" to 2" florets
3 cups red cabbage, cut, julienned
4 cups lettuce, cut, julienned
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
shredded cheese, to garnish, optional
1 avocado, sliced
3 cups panko bread crumbs
2 cups all purpose flour, mixed with 1 cup (240 ml) water to form pancake-like batter
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 teaspoons cayenne pepper, divided into 2, 2 tsp increments (2 teaspoon for the bread crumbs and 2 teaspoon for the all purpose batter)
4 teaspoons paprika, divided into 2, 2 tsp increments (2 teaspoon for the bread crumbs and 2 teaspoon for the all purpose batter)
2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder, divided into 2, 1 tsp increments (1 teaspoon for the bread crumbs and 1 teaspoon for the all purpose batter)
2 teaspoons black pepper, divided into 2, 1 tsp increments (1 teaspoon for the bread crumbs and 1 teaspoon for the all purpose batter)
⅓ cup hot sauce, Like Texas Pete, for all-purpose batter
1 cup hot sauce, Texas Pete Hot sauce to drizzle on top of cauliflower wings
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • In a deep, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the oil on medium for frying.
  • Preheat the oven to 300°F.
  • Add Panko breadcrumbs into a bowl and to this, add 1 tsp cayenne, 2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp black pepper and mix together. Add salt to taste.
  • In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, water, and 1 tsp cayenne, 2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp black pepper, and ⅓ cups of Texas Pete Hot Sauce to create a batter.
  • Dip the 1" to 2" cauliflower florets into the all-purpose-flour mixture first, and then dip them into the bread crumb mixture, ensuring all florets are covered completely.
  • Fry cauliflower florets slices until golden-brown. Place them on a plate lined with a paper towel to soak up the oil, then place them on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Drizzle the 1 cup of Texas Pete Hot Sauce onto the cauliflower wings (add more if more spice is desired). Bake for 7 minutes while heating tortillas.
  • Assemble by spreading homemade ranch in the middle of the tortilla and then placing 3-4 cauliflower wings onto the tortilla. Add lettuce, red cabbage, avocado slices, cilantro, lime (optional) cheese, and more hot sauce. Serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 717 calories, Carbohydrate 130 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Tips:

  • Choose a firm, white cauliflower head for the best texture.
  • Trim the cauliflower florets into small, even pieces for even cooking.
  • Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor until they resemble rice, or grate them using the large holes of a box grater.
  • Be sure to squeeze out any excess moisture from the cauliflower before cooking it to prevent soggy tacos.
  • Season the cauliflower rice with your favorite taco seasoning, or make your own blend using chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
  • Cook the cauliflower rice in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it is tender and slightly browned.
  • Serve the cauliflower tacos with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce.
  • Enjoy your delicious and healthy cauliflower tacos!

Conclusion:

Cauliflower tacos are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional tacos. They are made with cauliflower rice, which is a low-carb, high-fiber substitute for tortillas. Cauliflower tacos are also a great way to sneak more vegetables into your diet. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So, next time you're craving tacos, give cauliflower tacos a try! You won't be disappointed.

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