Crispy Smashed Cauliflower
A low carb version of crispy smashed potatoes, this is an easy and flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- salt, to taste
- 2-3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 3-4 tbsp pork rind breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut cauliflower into florets. Steam until soft and fork tender. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel once cooled.
- Place cauliflower onto prepared baking sheet. Using a potato masher or similar tool to lightly smash each floret a few times.
- Brush surface of cauliflower with olive oil. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Generously sprinkle cheese and pork rind breadcrumbs over surface of florets.
- Place into oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the breadcrumbs and cheese turn crispy. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve while warm.
Notes
- I used Pork King Good unseasoned pork rind crumbs*.
- I used pre-shredded Parmesan cheese which I ran through my food processor until they resembled the size of crumbs.
- Make sure to pat dry the cauliflower before adding the breading, otherwise moisture on the cauliflower will make the breading too soft.
- To add more flavor, you can add other cheeses, ground black pepper or minced garlic.
- If you are not on a keto or low carb diet, you can use panko breadcrumbs instead of pork rind crumbs.
- *Some of the links contained in this post are affiliate links. Much like referral codes, this means I earn a small commission if you purchase a product I referred (at no extra charge to you).
Serving: 0.25of recipe, Calories: 133kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 151mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3g, NET CARBS: 4
The nutrition information provided are only estimates based on an online nutritional calculator. This is not a comprehensive list of all the nutrients in the recipe (i.e., does not include vitamins, cholesterol, etc). I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.
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