Taste our entire roasted cauliflower dish and be impressed with its perfectly crisp-tender texture and smokey flavours! Roasted cauliflower with BBQ sauce is a great option for a vegetarian main dish or a gluten-free side!
Recipe for Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Barbecue Sauce – The smokey flavours of BBQ sauce elevate roasted cauliflower to a flavorful and filling dish that will wow even the pickiest palates. The key to getting the ideal texture and flavour is to boil the cauliflower in vegetable stock and then bake it until it’s perfectly crisp, basted with BBQ sauce. All you need are a few basic ingredients to make a main course or side dish that will appeal to a large gathering of vegetarians. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and low in carbohydrates Enjoy roasted cauliflower like never before by heating up your oven!
INGREDIENTS LIST FOR THE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE
1 head of cauliflower
4 cups (1l) low-sodium vegetable stock, more or less, depending on the size of the cauliflower
2 sprigs of fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup BBQ sauce of your choice
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE
This recipe for roasted cauliflower meets all the requirements for a nutritious, diet-conscious meal! Since it doesn’t include dairy or gluten, people with dietary limitations can enjoy it. Additionally, this roasted cauliflower serves as a tasty and fulfilling low-carb alternative to standard BBQ sides for people on a low-carb diet.
DIRECTIONS
How to roast a whole cauliflower:
- Cut off the head of the cauliflower. Take off any tough stems and leaves to allow the cauliflower to rest correctly.
- Pat the cauliflower dry after rinsing it under cold running water.
- Put the entire cauliflower in a big Dutch oven or pot and pour vegetable stock over it. Add the bay leaf and fresh thyme. For 12 minutes, simmer after bringing to a boil.
- Meanwhile, prepare your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and mix the olive oil, garlic powder, and BBQ sauce in a small bowl.
- After the cauliflower has finished boiling, take it out of the pot and give it a good drain. You can let it a few minutes to settle in a colander.
- Spoon the cauliflower with the BBQ sauce mixture after transferring it to an oven-safe pan or cast iron skillet.
- Bake the cauliflower for 40 to 50 minutes, or until it is fork-tender, at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). During this time, brush the cauliflower with extra barbecue sauce.
- Take the roasted BBQ cauliflower out of the oven, garnish with parsley that has just been picked, and serve right away. Have fun! ❤️
TIPS FOR THE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE
While you can roast the cauliflower without boiling it in the vegetable broth if you’re pressed for time, we think this method assures an even doneness and adds a deeper flavour.
Use a knife to test the doneness of the cauliflower; if it slips in easily, it’s cooked. If you want to add more colour, you can broil it for an additional two minutes, but watch it closely to avoid burning.
To enhance the taste of the BBQ sauce combination, incorporate a small amount of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika.
Additionally, you can experiment with several BBQ sauce varieties, ranging from sweet to spicy, to discover your ideal blend.
HOW TO KEEP ROASTED CAULIFLOWER LEFTOVERS
Leftover roasted cauliflower keeps well in the fridge for up to two days when covered. To prevent drying out, they should be warmed in the oven while covered with foil.
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