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Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Recipe

Gordon Ramsay’s Cauliflower Puree Recipe is a creamy and cozy side dish that remarkably mimics mashed potatoes. It’s a nutritious and tasty option that takes about 20 minutes to prepare.

Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Recipe

💗 Why You’ll Love This Cauliflower Puree Recipe:

  • Simple Preparation: This recipe is easy to follow with minimal ingredients.
  • Creamy Texture: The cauliflower puree turns out silky and smooth.
  • Burst of Flavor: The addition of thyme, butter, and chicken broth enhances the taste.
  • Healthy Option: A nutritious and low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes.
Spoonful of cauliflower puree ready to serve

❓ What Is Gordon Ramsay’s Cauliflower Puree Recipe?

Gordon Ramsay’s recipe for cauliflower puree calls for the vegetable to be steamed until very soft after first being boiled in chicken stock. The butter, thyme, salt, and pepper are blended in to make a silky purée.

🥦 Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Ingredients

 Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower (about 2 lbs.), cut into ½-inch pieces (don’t worry about keeping florets intact)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into chunks
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 How To Make Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree

1. Put the chicken broth and salt in a large pot and heat to a boil. Toss the cauliflower in and re-boil..

Chicken broth simmering in a large pot for cauliflower puree
Fresh cauliflower florets added to the pot

2. Steam the cauliflower, covered, over low heat for 20 minutes, or until very soft. Put the cauliflower into the processor using a slotted spoon.

Cauliflower processed into a smooth puree
Cooked cauliflower transferred into the food processor

3. Combine the butter and 3 tablespoons of the chicken broth left in the pot. Mix until smooth.

Butter added to cauliflower mixture in food processor
Cauliflower puree blended until smooth and creamy

4. Add some salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Blend in the thyme until it is evenly blended.

Seasoning cauliflower puree with thyme, salt, and pepper

💭 Recipe Tips

  • Steam for Softness: Steam the cauliflower until very soft to ensure a creamy texture.
  • Reserve Broth: Save some chicken broth for blending to maintain the desired consistency.
  • Season Well: Don’t skimp on seasoning with salt, pepper, and thyme for flavor.
  • Use a Processor: A food processor ensures a smooth and consistent puree.
 Cauliflower Puree Recipe

🍗 What Pairs Nicely With Cauliflower Puree?

Cauliflower puree complements many different meals, such as a lemon herb roast chicken, pan-seared scallops, pork loin roast, or a vegetable stir fry with beef.

🎚 How To Store Leftover Cauliflower Puree?

  • In The Fridge: Leftover cauliflower puree can be refrigerated for up to 5 days when preserved in a sealed container.
  • In The Freezer: You may freeze leftover cauliflower puree for up to 3 months if you keep it in a freezer-safe bag. Let it defrost in the fridge overnight.
Close-up of cauliflower puree on a spoon

🥵 How To Reheat Cauliflower Puree?

  • Stove: Transfer cauliflower puree to a pot and heat for 3 minutes over low heat.
  • Microwave: Pour cauliflower puree into a covered microwave-safe dish and heat on high for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each interval, until warm.

FAQs

Why is my cauliflower puree bitter?

Your cauliflower puree can turn bitter if overcooked, causing the release of sulfurous compounds, and leading to an unpleasant taste.

Why is my cauliflower puree soft?

Your cauliflower puree is soft when it’s properly cooked. Ensure it’s not undercooked, as adequate cooking time is necessary for a smooth and creamy texture.

How do you thicken cauliflower puree?

To thicken cauliflower puree, continue cooking it down over low heat in a wide nonstick skillet while stirring frequently until thickness

Why is my cauliflower puree grainy?

Your cauliflower puree can turn grainy if it’s not cooked adequately before pureeing.
Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Recipe

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Gordon Ramsay’s Cauliflower Puree Recipe is a creamy and cozy side dish that remarkably mimics mashed potatoes. It’s a nutritious and tasty option that takes about 20 minutes to prepare.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Servings 4
Calories 115 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into ½-inch pieces (don’t worry about keeping florets intact)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into chunks
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Put the chicken broth and salt in a large pot and heat to a boil. Toss the cauliflower in and bring it back to boil.
  • Steam the cauliflower, covered, over low heat for 20 minutes, or until very soft. Put the cauliflower into the processor using a slotted spoon.
  • Combine the butter and 3 tablespoons of the chicken broth left in the pot. Mix until smooth.
  • Add some salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Blend in the thyme until it is evenly blended.

Notes

  • Steam for Softness: Steam the cauliflower until very soft to ensure a creamy texture.
  • Reserve Broth: Save some chicken broth for blending to maintain the desired consistency.
  • Season Well: Don’t skimp on seasoning with salt, pepper, and thyme for flavor.
  • Use a Processor: A food processor ensures a smooth and consistent puree.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 844mgPotassium: 446mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 287IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
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5 from 1 vote
Recipe Rating




Jade

Sunday 1st of December 2024

Love this as a tasty healthy option to mash potatoes.