Best 5 Roasted And Pureed Cauliflower Recipes
Roasted and pureed cauliflower is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, soup, or dip. It is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and is packed with nutrients. The roasting process caramelizes the cauliflower, giving it a slightly sweet and smoky flavor, while the pureeing creates a smooth and creamy texture. This dish is also very easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy, tangy, or cheesy, there are endless possibilities for flavor combinations. So, grab a head of cauliflower and get ready to experience the culinary delight of roasted and pureed cauliflower!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND GARLIC PUREE
We enjoy pureed cauliflower but have had difficulty getting the consistency right. Steaming and boiling the cauliflower causes it to pick up too much moisture and the result is a really horrid soupy mess. We solved the problem by roasting the cauliflower with some garlic instead of using a water based method. The texture is close to mashed potatoes, but much healthier. I've indicated that this will serve 4, but to be honest, when I do this, I double the recipe. We use a lot of garlic, but we love it roasted. If you don't like garlic, don't use as much!
Provided by Akikobay
Categories Cauliflower
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toss the cauliflower florets and peeled garlic cloves in the olive oil until coated (I guess on the amount of olive oil, and probably use more than the specified amount).
- Sprinkle with salt to your taste. We use a creole salt or spice.
- Roast in oven at 375 degrees until the cauliflower is cooked and a fork pierces the stems easily. The timing will depend on how large you leave the cauliflower pieces, but it usually takes about 20 minutes. Don't let the cauliflower burn, but I think the slightly browned edges add character and flavor. The garlic should also be very soft by now.
- Put the roasted cauliflower with the garlic cloves into a food processor along with the butter (optional) and the sour cream. Pulse-puree until the mixture is smooth. Adjust seasonings as necessary and serve warm.
RICH AND NUTTY ROASTED-CAULIFLOWER PURéE RECIPE
By roasting the cauliflower for this purée, we bring out deep, nutty flavors. The resulting dish has a complex flavor that's suited to more of a starring role in a dish-say, as a bold accompaniment to a simple piece of protein, like steamed or poached fish or chicken. Alternatively, you could go all in on its more robust flavor, serving it with something that can stand up to it, like a thick, juicy steak with a deeply seared crust.
Provided by Daniel Gritzer
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). Place cauliflower on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, toss with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast, flipping cauliflower with a thin metal spatula halfway through roasting, until cauliflower is tender and deeply browned on both sides, about 20 minutes total.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and cayenne and cook, stirring often, until softened and just starting to turn golden, about 4 minutes.
- Add cauliflower, cream and/or stock, and thyme. Bring to a simmer, then cook, adjusting heat to maintain simmer, until cauliflower has softened in the liquid, about 5 minutes. Discard thyme sprig.
- Using a blender or immersion blender, blend cauliflower and liquid to form a very smooth purée. Season with salt and pepper. (You can adjust purée consistency as needed: Thicken by cooking down further while stirring often over low heat in a wide nonstick skillet, or thin by adding liquid, such as stock, cream, or water.) Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 431 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize Makes about 3 cups (720ml), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ROASTED AND PUREED CAULIFLOWER
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- On a sheet tray, spread 1/4 of the florets with the oil, season with salt and bake until caramelized, about 25 minutes. Meanwhile, combine remaining cauliflower, milk and half a teaspoon of salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook until cauliflower is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Strain cauliflower from milk mixture, reserving both. Transfer cauliflower to a blender. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and butter to the blender. Add half of the reserved milk liquid. Secure top on blender and puree mixture until smooth. If mixture is too thick, thin by adding some of the remaining liquid. Season, to taste. Serve in a large serving bowl topped with caramelized florets and chives.
ROASTED CREAMY CAULIFLOWER
Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, adapted from Essential Emeril: Favorite Recipes and Hard-Won Wisdom From My Life in the Kitchen, Oxmoor House, 2015, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes 2 1â„ 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the cauliflower into small florets (you'll end up with about 5 cups). In a medium bowl, toss half of the cauliflower with the oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until coated. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender, about 30 minutes.
- Place the remaining florets in a medium saucepan with the half-and-half, butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Simmer over medium heat until the cauliflower is very tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Place the simmered cauliflower and garlic in a blender. Process into a very smooth puree, adding just enough of the reserved cooking liquid. Transfer to a small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Chop the roasted cauliflower and fold it into the puree. Adjust the seasonings and keep warm over low heat until ready to use, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a saucepan over low heat.
ROASTED GARLIC CAULIFLOWER
Wonderful roasted cauliflower, my 11 year old son loves this! Add more spices and herbs to suit your taste.
Provided by SHELLERY
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Cauliflower Roasted
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a large casserole dish.
- Place the olive oil and garlic in a large resealable bag. Add cauliflower, and shake to mix. Pour into the prepared casserole dish, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Top with Parmesan cheese and parsley, and broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 3.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 110.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Choose a firm, white cauliflower head for roasting. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets for even roasting.
- Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting. This will help them brown and caramelize.
- Roast the cauliflower florets at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit or 220 degrees Celsius) for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
- Once the cauliflower is roasted, let it cool slightly before pureeing it. This will help prevent the puree from becoming too watery.
- You can use a food processor or a blender to puree the cauliflower. If using a food processor, be sure to pulse the cauliflower until it is smooth and creamy.
- Season the cauliflower puree to taste with salt, pepper, and other desired spices.
- You can use the cauliflower puree as a dip, a spread, a soup base, or a sauce. It can also be used as a substitute for mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
Roasted and pureed cauliflower is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The puree can be used as a dip, a spread, a soup base, or a sauce. It can also be used as a substitute for mashed potatoes. With its mild flavor and creamy texture, roasted and pureed cauliflower is a great addition to any meal.
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