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We will tell you how to cook cauliflower deliciously so that even those who cannot stand it will be happy to ask for more.
Vegetable duet
Cauliflower comes from Syria. Few people know that this vegetable was originally called Syrian cabbage. It's not actually a vegetable, though. Dense small heads of cabbage are essentially undeveloped flowers, which does not prevent us from calmly eating cauliflower and preparing a variety of dishes from it. For example, a warm autumn salad.
Ingredients:
- cauliflower - 150 g
- broccoli - 150 g
- bacon strips - 100 g
- parsley - 5-6 sprigs
- lemon juice - 2 tbsp. l.
- grained mustard - 1 tbsp. l.
- olive oil - 2 tbsp. l. for dressing + 2 tbsp. l. for baking
- salt and black pepper - to taste
- black and white sesame seeds, for serving
Rinse well in water and disassemble the cauliflower and broccoli into inflorescences. We spread the vegetables on a baking sheet with parchment paper in one layer, sprinkle with olive oil and bake at 200 ° C in the oven for 15–20 minutes. Fry the bacon until golden brown and cut into slices. Finely chop the parsley.
We combine baked cauliflower and broccoli in a salad bowl with pieces of bacon and chopped greens. Mix olive oil, lemon juice and grain mustard, season the salad. Sprinkle each serving with sesame seeds - subtle nutty notes will be in place here.
cabbage pancakes
Vitamin deficiency strikes the main blow in the fall, so immunity must be strengthened constantly. And cauliflower will help us with this. It is estimated that it contains 2-3 times more ascorbic acid than white cabbage. And white inflorescences are rich in vegetable protein. Without this key nutrient, the body will not be able to produce enough antibodies to fight colds. What can be prepared from cauliflower for health and pleasure? Original vitamin pancakes.
Ingredients:
- cauliflower - 400 g
- large carrots - 1 pc.
- parsley - ½ bunch
- dill - ½ bunch
- chicken eggs - 3 pcs.
- sour cream - 2 tbsp. l.
- flour - 2-3 tbsp. l.
- soda - ½ tsp
- salt - to taste
- vegetable oil - for frying
We divide the washed head of cauliflower into inflorescences, blanch in boiling water for 5 minutes and put it in a colander. When the inflorescences have cooled, chop them finely with a knife. Grate the carrots on a coarse grater. Chop parsley and dill as finely as possible.
Mix vegetables and herbs in a deep bowl. Pour the eggs beaten with sour cream and salt. Sift flour with soda, knead the dough - it will turn out quite thick.
We heat the pan with vegetable oil, form pancakes and fry on both sides until golden brown. The most delicious cabbage pancakes are with sour cream. If desired, you can add some garlic and fresh dill to it.
Cabbage in batter
Have you ever wondered why cauliflower got its name? After all, the inflorescences of a milky shade do not differ in a variety of colors. The fact is that there are yellowish, pale orange and even purple varieties. The latter is considered the most valuable. It contains the most fiber and vitamins. And purple cabbage cooks faster. By the way, if you want ordinary cauliflower not to turn brown from boiling, add some sugar to the water. True, in this form it is not very pleasant to eat it. So we will cook the cabbage in batter.
Ingredients:
- cauliflower - 800 g
- chicken eggs - 3 pcs.
- garlic - 1-2 cloves
- flour - 300 g
- soda - 1 tsp
- salt - to taste
- vegetable oil - for frying
We wash the cauliflower, dry it, divide it into medium-sized inflorescences. We put them in a pot of boiling water and hold for 5-7 minutes, after which we put them in a colander and let the excess liquid drain.
Now let's make a batter. In a deep container, whisk eggs with salt, soda and garlic passed through a press. We begin to sift the flour little by little, constantly stirring the mass with a whisk so that lumps do not form. The batter should be thick and smooth, and the consistency should resemble sour cream. Heat up a frying pan with oil. We dip each inflorescence in batter and fry in small batches, evenly from all sides. Cabbage in batter is delicious on its own. If you decide to add sauce, let it be light, say, based on natural yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese.
chicken casserole
Another remarkable property of cauliflower is that it is better absorbed by the body than other types. Soft dietary fibers do not irritate the gastric mucosa. So, there will be no discomfort after eating. Moreover, the digestive organs will be better able to cope with their duties. What dish to cook from cauliflower for dinner for the whole family? There can be a lot of options. We suggest stopping at a casserole with chicken and cheese.
Ingredients:
- cauliflower - 600 g
- chicken fillet - 300 g
- hard cheese - 200 g
- chicken eggs - 3 pcs.
- cream 20% - 200 ml
- garlic - 2 cloves
- salt, black pepper, spices for poultry - to taste
- vegetable oil - for frying
We divide the cauliflower into inflorescences, remove the hard parts of the stalk, divide into large inflorescences. Dip them in boiling water for just a couple of minutes, cover with a lid and let them steam for 5-10 minutes. Then we recline in a colander.
Cut the prepared fillet into small pieces, put the pan with heated oil, fry on all sides. In the process, add spices and salt. In a greased form, mix chicken meat and cabbage inflorescences.
Beat eggs with cream, lightly salt and pour over the filling. Sprinkle everything with grated cheese on top and send the dish to the oven at 180 ° C for about 40 minutes. This casserole is best served hot.
Delicate cream soup
Cauliflower contains a large amount of potassium. This macronutrient is primarily needed by the heart. The kidneys also need it no less, since potassium removes salts from them and prevents stones from forming. In combination with other active elements, potassium improves blood microcirculation and strengthens the walls of blood vessels. By including cauliflower in your regular diet, you can reduce the risk of getting a heart attack.
If cream soups are to your taste, then the cauliflower recipe will definitely appeal to you. Children will be delighted with it. By the way, this is an effective way to accustom them to a healthy vegetable.
Ingredients:
- cauliflower - 1 kg
- onion - 1 pc.
- potatoes - 2 pcs.
- garlic - 3 cloves
- chicken broth - 1.5 l
- vegetable oil - 3 tbsp. l.
- butter - 50 g
- hard cheese - 100 g
- cream 33% - 250 ml
- salt, black pepper, nutmeg - to taste
- crackers - for serving
Heat a mixture of vegetable and butter in a saucepan. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add potatoes in chunks and continue frying for another 5 minutes. Pour in the heated broth, bring to a boil, lay the cauliflower inflorescences. Cook the soup until cabbage and potatoes are ready.
Allow it to cool slightly and use an immersion blender to beat all the ingredients until creamy. Now pour in warm cream, add grated cheese, salt and all spices. Return the saucepan to medium heat, bring to a boil, lower the flame and cook until the cheese is completely melted. Divide the cream soup among bowls and sprinkle a little breadcrumbs into each serving.
Frittata with cabbage
Cauliflower can be called a female vegetable. The active substances that make up its composition increase the production of collagen. Thanks to this, fine wrinkles disappear, the skin becomes taut. Being a low-calorie food, cauliflower speeds up the metabolism and helps to get rid of toxins. Together with them, excess fluid leaves and, more importantly, swelling. Among other things, it helps to adjust the hormonal background. Frittata from cauliflower is a dish that will charge the body with antioxidants and will not affect the figure. Great option for breakfast.
Ingredients:
- cauliflower - 200 g
- chicken eggs - 3 pcs.
- milk - 70 ml
- mozzarella - 100 g
- salt and black pepper - to taste
- vegetable oil - 2 tbsp. l.
- parsley - 2-3 sprigs
First, boil the cauliflower until half cooked, cool and divide into small inflorescences. Transfer them to a frying pan with hot oil and fry on all sides. Whisk the eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a bowl, pour over the cauliflower and level with a spatula. In between, lay the slices of mozzarella, cover the pan with a lid and keep on low heat for 8-10 minutes. Put the frittata on a plate, garnish with parsley petals, and you're ready for breakfast.
Quiche with cauliflower
Some studies have shown that cauliflower helps prevent the development of cancer. This is the merit of the sulforaphane contained in it, which neutralizes cancer cells. However, this mechanism is triggered only if the vegetable is consumed raw. In addition, doctors do not advise to get involved. Cauliflower raises uric acid levels, which can lead to gout. Everything is good in moderation, right? Quiche with cauliflower, mushrooms and cheese is quite consistent with this principle.
Dough:
- flour - 250 g
- butter - 150 g
- chicken eggs - 1 pc.
- cold water - 2 tbsp. l.
- salt - a pinch
Filling:
- cauliflower - 400 g
- champignons - 200 g
- onion - 1 pc.
- vegetable oil - 2 tbsp. l.
Fill:
- chicken eggs - 3 pcs.
- cream 20% - 300 ml
- hard cheese - 100 g
- salt, black pepper, nutmeg - to taste
Let's start with a test. Sift the flour with a slide and rub the frozen butter on top. Add an egg beaten with salt and cold water, knead the plastic dough, roll it into a ball, put it in the refrigerator for half an hour.
This time is enough to prepare the filling and filling. We divide the head of cauliflower into inflorescences, lower it into boiling water for 5 minutes, put it in a colander, finely chop with a knife. Fry chopped mushrooms with onions in vegetable oil. In a bowl, whisk cream with eggs and grated cheese. We put salt and spices in the filling.
We tamp the dough into a mold and make neat sides. We spread the fried mushrooms with onions and cauliflower, evenly pour in the filling. We put the form in the oven at 180 ° C for 30-40 minutes. Have a little more patience. After all, cold cabbage-mushroom quiche is the tastiest.
See how many delicious and interesting things you can cook from cauliflower! And this is far from the limit. Do you like cauliflower yourself? How do you prefer to cook it?