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Health & Fitness

Cauliflower mash- A Healthy alternative to potatoes.

Cauliflower mash


Ingredients

- 1 head of cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets

- 1 tablespoon of Ghee

- 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped

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- Nutmeg, ground (if whole, use a microplane to grate it finely)

- 1/2 tsp of sea salt

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- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

- Fresh herbs

Tools You'll Need

- A steamer or steamer basket

- A potato masher or food processor


Method

1. Put the cauliflower florets in a steamer basket. Cook until tender. Transfer into a colander to let excess liquid drain.

2. Combine the cauliflower, garlic, Ghee, salt and pepper. You could either mash this with a potato masher in a bowl or put through a food processor. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve sprinkled lightly with nutmeg.

Variations

Cheesy Mash: add parmesan or goat cheese 

Herb blend: add fresh herbs when serving

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