Best 6 Lemony Cauliflower With Hazelnuts And Brown Butter Recipes

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Introducing a tantalizing culinary journey with lemony cauliflower, where flavors dance in perfect harmony. This delectable dish offers a symphony of textures, with tender cauliflower florets roasted to perfection, enveloping them in a vibrant lemon-herb marinade. As the cauliflower emerges from the oven, its golden-brown edges glisten with a tantalizing glaze, hinting at the burst of citrusy goodness within.

Accompanying the cauliflower are two delectable recipes that elevate the flavors even further. The first is a zesty hazelnut sauce, crafted with toasted hazelnuts, garlic, and a touch of chili flakes. This creamy sauce adds a nutty richness to the dish, complementing the bright lemon notes of the cauliflower. The second recipe introduces a luscious brown butter, made by gently browning butter until it reaches a deep amber hue. Its rich, toasty flavor adds an extra layer of complexity, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and savory elements.

Together, these elements come together to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The lemony cauliflower takes center stage, its tangy brightness shining through, while the hazelnut sauce and brown butter provide a chorus of supporting flavors. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CAULIFLOWER WITH HAZELNUT BROWN BUTTER



Cauliflower with Hazelnut Brown Butter image

In this recipe, cauliflower's mild but distinct flavor is enhanced with a sauce comprising brown butter and roasted hazelnuts. Be sure to monitor the butter carefully: You'll want it to brown, but not burn.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup hazelnuts (filberts)
3 small or 2 large heads cauliflower (about 3 1/2 pounds)
10 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place hazelnuts on a baking sheet; toast until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Transfer nuts to a kitchen towel; rub off loosened papery skins. Coarsely chop nuts; set aside.
  • Trim stems of cauliflower so they sit flat, keeping head intact. Bring several inches of water to a boil in a large steamer or in a pot fitted with a rack; add salt to taste. Steam cauliflower until just tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a platter.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add hazelnuts, and cook until butter turns brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and add lemon juice and chives. Season with salt, and stir to combine. Pour over cauliflower, and serve immediately.

CAULIFLOWER WITH BROWN BUTTER



Cauliflower with Brown Butter image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield about 4 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt
1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), broken into small florets
1/4 cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced parsley
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander in the sink.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter, and move the pan in a circular motion as it melts. When the butter's foam begins to subside, after a couple minutes, add the breadcrumbs. Continue cooking and swirling the skillet, until the butter begins to brown, about 30 seconds more. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice to stop the cooking.
  • Add the cauliflower and parsley to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and toss until evenly coated with the brown butter. Warm over medium heat if needed. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.

CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON-CAPER BUTTER



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Steamed until tender but not falling apart, the cauliflower in this dish is an ideal canvas for the warm butter sauce that's drizzled on top, soaking in all its lemony, briny and garlicky goodness.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 head chopped cauliflower in a steamer basket set over simmering water until tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Cook 3 tablespoons butter with 4 teaspoons capers, 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 mashed anchovy fillet in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until the garlic is soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Toss the cauliflower with the butter mixture, some chopped parsley and the zest and juice of 1/2 lemon. Season with salt and pepper.

CAULIFLOWER WITH HAZELNUT BROWN BUTTER



Cauliflower With Hazelnut Brown Butter image

In this recipe, cauliflower's mild but distinct flavor is enhanced with a sauce comprising brown butter and roasted hazelnuts. Be sure to monitor the butter carefully: You'll want it to brown, but not burnt. Martha Stewart Site, First published November 2001.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Lemon

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup hazelnuts (filberts)
3 small heads cauliflower or 2 large heads cauliflower
10 tablespoons unsalted butter
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 -3 pinches crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • Place hazelnuts on a baking sheet; toast until fragrant, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer nuts to a kitchen towel; rub off loosened papery skins.
  • Coarsely chop nuts; set aside.
  • Trim stems of cauliflower so they sit flat, keeping head intact.
  • Bring several inches of water to a boil in a large steamer or in a pot fitted with a rack; add salt to taste.
  • Steam cauliflower until just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer to a platter.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter and crushed red pepper flakes, for that extra kick, over medium heat.
  • Add hazelnuts, and cook until butter turns brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and add lemon juice and chives.
  • Season with salt, and stir to combine.
  • Pour over cauliflower, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.8, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 25.4, Sodium 21.2, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 3.1

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON BROWN BUTTER



Roasted Cauliflower With Lemon Brown Butter image

Roasting vegetables is easy, but this technique elevates the everyday dinner staple. A pan of water in the oven with the cauliflower helps maintain its succulence, while an even temperature browns it and brings out its natural sugars. Brown butter and sage take it over the top.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sage leaves, loosely packed
1 tablespoon sea salt, more for tossing
3 medium-large heads cauliflower (about 3 pounds)
About 1 teaspoon table salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lemon, zest finely grated

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a small pan until rippling. Add sage and cook, stirring, just until crisped, about 2 minutes. Lift out sage and drain on paper towels; transfer oil to a large bowl. Let sage cool and crumble with fingers into a small bowl. Stir in coarse salt and set aside.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Place roasting pan with an inch of water in oven bottom. Add cauliflower to bowl with oil, add about 1 teaspoon table salt, and toss gently until coated. Spread out on two large baking sheets. Bake until browned, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat. When foam subsides, watch closely and stir often. When white solids are brown and butter smells toasty, turn off heat, squeeze in juice of lemon and stir well.
  • Transfer cauliflower to a bowl, pour butter over, and add lemon zest. Add half the sage salt and toss. Taste and season with remaining salt as needed.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 129, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 308 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CAULIFLOWER WITH HAZELNUT BROWN BUTTER



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Categories     Steam     Cauliflower     Hazelnut     Boil     Butter

Yield serves 12 to 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup hazelnuts (filberts)
3 small or 2 large heads cauliflower (about 3 1/2 pounds)
Coarse salt
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the hazelnuts on a baking sheet; toast until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Transfer the nuts to a kitchen towel; rub off the loosened papery skins. Coarsely chop the nuts; set aside.
  • Trim the stems of the cauliflower so they sit flat, keeping the head intact. Bring several inches of water to a boil in a large steamer or in a pot fitted with a rack; add salt to taste. Steam the cauliflower until just tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter.
  • Combine the butter and hazelnuts in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the butter turns brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and add the lemon juice and chives. Season to taste with salt. Whisk to combine. Pour over the cauliflower, and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is compact and heavy, with tightly packed florets. Avoid heads with any signs of bruising or discoloration.
  • Roast the cauliflower in a hot oven: This will help to caramelize the florets and give them a slightly charred flavor.
  • Use a flavorful olive oil: A good quality olive oil will add depth of flavor to the dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When roasting the cauliflower, make sure to spread the florets out in a single layer so that they cook evenly.
  • Season the cauliflower generously: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all essential seasonings for roasted cauliflower.
  • Add the lemon zest and juice at the end: This will help to brighten the flavor of the dish.
  • Toast the hazelnuts: Toasting the hazelnuts will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a good quality brown butter: Brown butter has a nutty flavor that pairs well with the roasted cauliflower and hazelnuts.
  • Serve the dish immediately: Roasted cauliflower is best served hot, so make sure to serve it as soon as it is cooked.

Conclusion:

This lemony cauliflower with hazelnuts and brown butter is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. The roasted cauliflower is tender and flavorful, while the hazelnuts and brown butter add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor. The lemon zest and juice brighten up the dish and make it even more refreshing. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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