Discover the delight of veganism with these cauliflower cutlets
Cauliflower cutlets are a plant-based alternative to the classic meatballs. When prepared properly, they resemble the meat version. The spices are essential here. How to make good cauliflower cutlets? Discover the best recipe.
11 May 2024 16:32
Statistics indicate that plant-based cuisine is gaining popularity, as the number of vegans in the UK increased by 1.1m. Contrary to popular belief, veganism is not just about salads. It encompasses a wide range of unique flavours and textures.
What can you eat on a vegan diet? Fruits, vegetables, seeds, legumes, and tofu or seitan. Are you curious about plant-based cuisine? Try the recipe for cauliflower cutlets, and you'll fall in love with their taste. They resemble classic meatballs in texture, although they do not contain a gram of meat.
Cauliflower cutlets, a plant-based alternative to meatballs
Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be used in many ways. In recent years, much has been said about roasted cauliflower, one of the most popular recipes of Middle Eastern cuisine. Under the influence of temperature, the vegetable completely changes its taste and texture. It becomes sweet, salty, and umami.
Umami is known as a "meaty" taste. As the name suggests, it's found in meat and plant products such as soy sauce, dried tomatoes, nuts, mushrooms, or cauliflower. Therefore, this vegetable can prepare juicy cutlets with a distinct meaty flavour. If you use the right spices, it's a great alternative to classic meatballs. Discover the recipe for cauliflower cutlets, and they will permanently become a part of your menu.
Cauliflower cutlets — Recipe
Ingredients:
- a head of cauliflower,
- 100ml of aquafaba* (in the vegetarian version - 1 egg),
- 350g of breadcrumbs,
- 2 dried tomatoes,
- 1 teaspoon of herbal pepper,
- 1 teaspoon of white pepper,
- half a teaspoon of turmeric,
- half a bunch of chopped dill,
- salt,
- pepper,
- oil.
Preparation:
- Wash the cauliflower and cut it into small pieces. Cook it in lightly salted water. After cooking, drain the water and mash the vegetables into a smooth paste.
- Chop the dried tomatoes into small cubes and add them to the cauliflower.
- Add the spices, aquafaba, and breadcrumbs. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Form cutlets from the prepared mixture. Fry them on both sides until they are golden brown. Serve with potatoes and your favourite salad.
*Aquafaba is the water from chickpeas. It's an excellent substitute for eggs. Just add a bit of salt and beat it until stiff. It has a consistency similar to egg whites. It can be used in desserts, cakes, and vegan meringue.
