Fried Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Sauce

4 servings

30 minutes

Fried cauliflower with blue cheese sauce is a refined combination of simple ingredients with rich flavor. This recipe draws inspiration from French cuisine, where the freshness of vegetables is complemented by rich creamy notes. Cauliflower roasted to a golden crispy crust takes on a sweet nutty hue, while the blue cheese sauce adds a piquant depth and slight acidity thanks to white wine vinegar. Delicate shallots add extra complexity to the flavor ensemble. This dish is perfect as a standalone appetizer or side for meat and fish dishes. Its elegance makes it a worthy decoration for festive tables, yet it can also bring notes of gastronomic delight to everyday menus.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 181.6
• Proteins: 8.4g
• Fats: 10.9g
• Carbohydrates: 15.3g

Ingredients

• Cauliflower: 1 head
• Extra virgin olive oil: 1.5 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Blue cheese: 2 tbsp
• Shallots: 1 head
• White wine vinegar: 1 tbsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 230 degrees, grease a large baking tray with butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon

2. Cut the cabbage head into 4 parts lengthwise and trim the tough parts while keeping the shape. Brush with 0.5 tablespoons of olive oil and salt. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Flip the pieces and roast for another 15-20 minutes until tender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cauliflower: 1 head
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste

3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the remaining olive oil, a little salt and black pepper, crumbled cheese, vinegar, and minced shallot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Blue cheese: 2 tablespoons
   • White wine vinegar: 1 tablespoon
   • Shallots: 1 head

4. Place the cabbage on a plate, drizzle with sauce, and serve.