How to cook cauliflower

There are many ways to cook cauliflower, here are a few popular methods:

1. Steaming: Cut the cauliflower into florets and place in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for about 8-10 minutes or until tender. Serve as is or with butter or a vinaigrette.

2. Boiling: Cut the cauliflower into florets and boil in a pot of salted water for about 8-10 minutes or until tender. Drain and serve as is or with butter or a vinaigrette.

3. Roasting: Cut the cauliflower into florets and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes or until tender and slightly browned.

4. Sautéing: Cut the cauliflower into florets and sauté in a pan with butter or oil over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes or until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Grilled: Cut the cauliflower into florets, brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred.

6. Mashed: Boil or steam the cauliflower until tender, then mash it with butter, milk, and seasonings.

7. Puree: Boil or steam the cauliflower until tender, then puree it with butter, milk, and seasonings for a creamy and healthy side dish.

8. Fried: Cut the cauliflower into florets and then coat them with flour or breadcrumbs, before frying them in hot oil until golden brown.

9. Stir-Fry: Cut the cauliflower into florets and stir fry with your choice of meat and vegetables in a wok or pan, with some oil and sauces.

Note: Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of your cauliflower florets. 

When it's in season you can buy cauliflower online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).