Last updated 10/05/16
If you haven’t tried cauliflower hash, then you are in for a treat! This is such an easy, healthy and extremely delicious recipe. If you’re turning your nose up at the thought of eating cauliflower, stop right there and give me the benefit of the doubt. No offense, but chances are you’ve been served cauliflower that hasn’t been cooked well! I’m excited to share this cauliflower hash recipe because it is a great low carb breakfast (great for days you do not workout) and it helps you get in more servings of vegetables. And have I said it’s delicious? It’s a win-win, so why not try it?
Why Use a Cast-Iron Skillet?
So, why a skillet? Other than the fact they cast iron skillets conduct heat really well, giving your cauliflower hash that gorgeous crisp, there are several health benefits that arise from using them. According to Eating Well, they help you cook with less oil because you have to season them (which leads to less overall calories consumed), they aren’t made with any harmful chemicals and you actually end up eating iron which leaches in from the cast iron skillet – which is perfect for the ladies.
Why Cauliflower?
Because cauliflower is amazing?! Seriously, the health benefits of cauliflower are numerous. Not only is cauliflower low in both calories and carbohydrates (25 calories and 5 grams of carbs per 1 cup), it yields a really rich and creamy taste when cooked well. I love the fact that I can eat so, so much cauliflower hash and know that I should not feel guilty in the slightest. And in terms of texture, it is actually quite similar to potatoes, so it makes a good substitute for potato hash.
Recipe: The best cauliflower hash!
- 2 medium shallots
- 1 garlic clove (or 1tsp garlic paste)
- 1tsp chopped ginger or 1tsp ginger paste
- 1 and a half head of cauliflower, chopped into small pieces
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1tbsp lemon juice
- 1tbsp ghee (or oil of choice)
- 2 green onions
- 2tbsp chopped cilantro (small bunch)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 2 eggs, chili flakes
- First, prep the vegetables - chop the shallots, garlic and ginger (unless using paste) and set aside in a small bowl together. Then chop the cilantro and green onions and put in a bowl together. Finally chop the cauliflower so it is ready to cook.
- Heat 1tbsp of ghee in your cast iron skillet on medium heat. Wait until warm (about 1-2 minutes) and then add your shallot, garlic and ginger. Cook until shallots are caramelized, approximately 3 minutes.
- Next add in your cauliflower and let it brown in the pan for 3 minutes. Remember to mix well so nothing burns and add salt and pepper.
- Once the cauliflower is browned, add 1/2 cup of chicken stock. Heat until boiling and then reduce to a simmer. Let it simmer with a lid on for 8-9 minutes.
- Take the lid off and cook it uncovered for an extra 3 minutes. Remember to add some more salt for taste as much of it would have boiled off.
- The cauliflower is now ready to be served! Serve in a small bow; and garnish with the green onion and cilantro.
- Feel free to top with 2 fried eggs as I did, or serve with some yummy avocado toast.
- Enjoy!
Have you ever cooked with cauliflower before? If so, what is your favorite cauliflower recipe?
Honestly yours,
Alice
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This sounds fantastic, I would also try it with zucchini and spaghetti squash!
Thanks, Cassie! I don’t think it would work with spaghetti squash as it is quite watery but zucchini would be delicious xx
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