Brazilian recipe
Easy and Delicious Cauliflower Gratin (Couve-flor gratinada)
A classic recipe for cauliflower gratin, a creamy and flavourful side dish that is always a crowd-pleaser. Simple to prepare for any day of the week.
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Ingredients
1 medium head of cauliflower
2 and 1/2 cups milk
2 level tablespoons plain wheat flour
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon butter
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
Salt to taste
2 and 1/2 cups milk
2 level tablespoons plain wheat flour
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon butter
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh cauliflower at your local fresh produce market or supermarket vegetable section. For the dairy and pantry staples like milk, flour, butter, and cheese, any well-stocked local grocer or supermarket will have these available. If you cannot source Parmesan, a hard, aged cheddar makes a suitable alternative for a similar flavour profile.
Preparation method
- Boil the cauliflower in salted water, ensuring it remains firm and not overcooked.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the milk, flour, and sieved egg yolks.
- Season with salt and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the butter and 3 tablespoons of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Mix well and set aside.
- Place the cooked cauliflower into a baking dish lightly greased with butter.
- Pour the prepared cream sauce over the cauliflower.
- Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese and the breadcrumbs.
- Place in a preheated oven at a high temperature until golden and gratinéed.
- Serve directly from the baking dish.
Observations
Cauliflower gratin is a staple comfort dish in Brazilian homes, perfectly balancing a nutritious vegetable with a rich, velvety sauce. It is an incredibly versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.
This method highlights the natural flavour of the cauliflower, transforming it into a decadent meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. The preparation is straightforward, resulting in a golden-brown, appetising dish that is simply irresistible.
This method highlights the natural flavour of the cauliflower, transforming it into a decadent meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. The preparation is straightforward, resulting in a golden-brown, appetising dish that is simply irresistible.
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