Vegetarian Cauliflower Etouffee
Vegetarian Cauliflower Etouffee Recipe: A Delicious and Healthy Meal
Looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian meal? Look no further than this Vegetarian Cauliflower Etouffee recipe! This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it the perfect choice for anyone looking to eat well and feel great.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice, for serving
Cooking Tips:
- To make this dish gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeno pepper.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell peppers, and celery and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the cauliflower to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the flour is lightly browned.
4. Slowly pour in the vegetable broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Add the paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the cauliflower is tender.
6. Serve the Vegetarian Cauliflower Etouffee over cooked rice and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
This Vegetarian Cauliflower Etouffee is a beautiful and colorful dish that is sure to impress. The cauliflower florets are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. The combination of spices gives the dish a delicious Cajun flavor that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Type of Dish: Vegetarian, Cajun
Main Ingredients: Cauliflower, Bell Peppers, Onion
