Crispy Roast Cauliflower Food

QUICK CRISPY CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (232 C) and get out a large, oven-safe rimmed skillet (we prefer cast iron).
• Add chopped cauliflower to a large mixing bowl and top with oil, salt, seasonings of choice, and maple syrup (optional for a bit of sweetness). Toss to coat (see photo).
• Heat your large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add just enough oil to coat the pan (about 1-2 Tbsp / 15-30 ml as recipe is written - adjust amounts as needed if adjusting serving size).
• Heat oil for 1 minute. Then add cauliflower (add only as much will fit comfortably in the pan - crowding will lead to soggy cauliflower) and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring / tossing occasionally until your cauliflower has a slight sear / golden brown exterior.
• Carefully transfer pan to the preheated oven and bake on the center rack for 10-15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking, until the cauliflower is golden brown and cooked through. It should be tender with a slight bite and crispy edges.
• Garnish with desired herbs or nuts, such as cilantro and slivered almonds (optional), and serve immediately. We also like adding a drizzle of fresh tahini (also optional) for another layer of flavor and creamy texture.
• Store cooled leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 3-4 days. Not freezer friendly. Best when fresh for optimal texture.

CRISPY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Cut the cauliflower into florets about the size of a ping pong ball.
• Put into a large bowl and toss with oil and salt and pepper (I used 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, but you can season to taste.
• Spread evenly onto a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CRISPY CAPERS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Toss the cauliflower in a large bowl with 1/3 cup oil and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper until well coated. Spread out onto 2 rimmed baking sheets. Roast until tender, stirring once or twice, about 30 minutes.
• Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the capers and cook just until they burst and crisp, about 1 minute. Evenly pour over the cauliflower, add the parsley and toss to coat. Season with additional salt and pepper.

CRISPY OVEN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a half sheet baking sheet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside.
• Place cauliflower on the baking sheet and toss well with olive oil and seasonings using two spoons.
• Arrange the cauliflower florets in one even layer cut side down. Make sure the florets are not touching. Use two pans if needed.
• Roast in the middle rack of your oven for 30 minutes flipping florets 180 degrees halfway through.
• Enjoy immediately alone or with your favorite sauce or grain bowl. I love to dip them in my Vegan Tzatziki Sauce or Green Tahini Sauce.
• Allow any leftovers to fully cool to room temperature before storing or they will steam and get overcooked in your storage container. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days. Reheat leftovers in the oven at a high temperature for a brief period of time so they don't get mushy on the inside.

CRISPY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425 degrees.
• On a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle cauliflower florets with olive oil. Season with salt. Roast, turning occasionally, until golden brown and just tender, about 20 minutes.
• Sprinkle with red chili flakes.

STICKY CRISPY CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
• Liberally grease 2 parchment-lined baking sheets with olive oil.
• In a medium-large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic, ginger, and salt. Make a well in the middle and stir in the sparkling water, whisking with a fork to form a smooth batter.
• Add the cauliflower florets and gently toss to coat them evenly in the batter.
• Place the florets onto the baking sheets, allowing a space between each piece to help them crisp up in the oven (if they are too close, they will steam each other). Bake, turning once, until crispy and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, make the sauce: Place the brown sugar, ketchup, tamari, vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha and garlic in a small saucepan. Using a wooden spoon, mix well and bring to a gentle, bubbling simmer. Cook, stirring often, until it reduces into a glossy consistency that coats the back of the wooden spoon, about 10 minutes.
• Remove the cauliflower from the oven and tip into a bowl. Drizzle over the sweet and sour sauce, add most of the cilantro and scallions, leaving some behind for garnish, and gently toss to coat each floret.
• Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle over the remaining cilantro and scallions before serving. Enjoy.

THE BEST CRISPY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat while you prepare the cauliflower.
• Break off large florets of cauliflower and use a knife to cut a flat edge.
• Place the cauliflower in a large bowl or container with a lid. Add oil and seasonings and shake very well to coat. If the head of cauliflower is extra-large, it may need extra oil.
• Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and place the cauliflower, flat side down, on the heated baking sheet.
• Place in the oven and roast 15-20 minutes without turning the cauliflower.
• Serve warm.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Depending upon the size of your pan, coat 1 or 2 rimmed baking sheets with nonstick spray. You need enough pan surface area to hold all of the florets in a single layer without touching. Position a rack in the center of the oven (if using 1 baking sheet) or the upper and lower thirds (if using 2 baking sheets) and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Cut off the stem end of the cauliflower head so that you have a flat base.
• Stand it up on the base then cut it into four even wedges, slicing from the top of the head down through the stem. Trim away the inner core areas, leaving most of the wedge intact.
• Next, starting at one of the flat sides, cut the wedge into ½ inch "steaks" so that you have maximum flat surface area. Some of the florets will fall away. With the knife or your fingers, break up any remaining florets that are stuck together. If any florets are wider than 1 1/2 inches, slice them in half again (the goal is to maximize flat surface area, for the best caramelization).
• Transfer the florets to a baking sheet. Drizzle with the oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper and the paprika and/or Italian seasoning (if using). Toss to evenly coat. Spread the florets into a single layer, dividing them evenly between the two pans if needed. For max caramelization, flip the florets so that the widest, flattest sides are touching the surface of the pan.
• Roast the cauliflower until it is dark and crispy at the ends and caramelized in the center, about 22 to 30 minutes, depending upon your oven's power and how closely the florets are spaced on the pan. Halfway through the baking time, toss the florets and spread them back into a single layer, rotate the baking sheet(s) 180 degrees F, and (if using 2 pans) switch their positions on the upper and lower racks. Sprinkle with parmesan (if using) and additional salt to taste. Inhale immediately.

CRISPY ROASTED CAULIFLOWER GRATIN

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350ºF.
• Melt 2 Tbsp. butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add flour; cook and stir 2 min. or until hot and bubbly. Gradually stir in milk. Add mustard, horseradish and pepper; mix well. Cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until thickened. Add Italian* Five Cheese Blend; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add cauliflower; stir until evenly coated.
• Spoon into 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
• Melt remaining butter in small skillet. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2 min. or until golden brown. Sprinkle over cauliflower mixture.
• Bake 25 min. or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese blend; bake 2 min. or until melted. Sprinkle with onions.

CRISPY BAKED CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Place cauliflower in a saucepan with a small amount of water. Cover and cook for 5-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , In a small resealable plastic bag, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika and pepper. Place cornflake crumbs in another resealable bag. Lightly beat egg whites in a shallow bowl. Toss the cauliflowerets one at a time in flour mixture, then roll in egg whites and coat with crumbs. , Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately.