Description
Brown Butter Cauliflower Mash with Scallions is a luxurious side dish that transforms simple cauliflower into a creamy, flavor-packed experience. Enhanced by the nutty richness of brown butter and the fresh crunch of scallions, this mash is perfect for any occasion—family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests. With its stunning presentation and irresistible taste, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups florets)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Cut cauliflower into florets and rinse under cold water. Pat dry.
- Make Brown Butter: Melt unsalted butter in a pan over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook Cauliflower: Add cauliflower florets to the brown butter and toss to coat. Cook for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Mash It Up: Transfer cauliflower to a bowl; add heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or potato masher.
- Add Scallions: Fold in chopped scallions before serving for added color and crunch.
- Serve: Spoon onto plates and enjoy alongside your favorite main dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg