GRILLED WHOLE CAULIFLOWER WITH MISO MAYO

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Basting a head of cauliflower in a spicy butter sauce as it grills infuses it with flavor and turns it a nice orange color. Served over a lemony miso mayo and topped with scallions, it makes for an impressive-looking grilled vegetarian entrée, or you can serve it as a side alongside your favorite grilled meat.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Cauliflower     Butter     Soy Sauce     Mayonnaise     Grill/Barbecue     Lemon Juice     Green Onion/Scallion     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Summer     Fall     Backyard BBQ     Dinner

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head of cauliflower, leaves removed, stem trimmed
1/2 tsp. (or more) kosher salt
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/4 cup vinegar-based hot sauce (such as Frank's)
1 Tbsp. ketchup
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. white miso
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Sprinkle cauliflower all over with salt in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pierce plastic a few times with a knife to vent, and microwave on high until a paring knife easily slides into stem, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly. (Alternatively, set a steamer basket in a large pot filled with about 1" salted water. Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until a sharp paring knife easily slides into stem, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.)
  • Heat butter, hot sauce, ketchup, and soy sauce in a small saucepan on grill, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted, about 2 minutes. Brush cauliflower all over with sauce and grill, covered, 10 minutes. Turn cauliflower over, brush with sauce, and grill, covered, 10 minutes. Continue to grill, brushing and turning every 10 minutes and reheating sauce as needed, until cauliflower is lightly charred on all sides and fork-tender, 25-30 minutes. The sauce should be used up by now, but if not, brush any remaining sauce over. Transfer cauliflower to a plate and let cool slightly.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, miso, lemon juice, and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Spread on a plate. Set cauliflower on top and scatter scallions over.

Karen Melinda Kanott
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kuber Prsad
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Ashim Erkiso
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


John Gikunda
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The miso mayo is what really makes this dish. It's so flavorful and creamy.


Razia
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This was my first time grilling cauliflower and it turned out great! I'll definitely be doing it again.


MD jihad Mollah
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make tacos, burritos, and even pizza.


Awais Ali
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Dest Caraway
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The cauliflower was a bit undercooked for my taste, but the miso mayo was delicious. I'll try it again with a longer cooking time.


Yaseen awan
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This is one of my favorite summer recipes. It's so light and refreshing.


Murangi Maluma
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This was a great way to use up some extra cauliflower. I'll definitely be making it again.


Aqeeb Ahmad
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I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The miso mayo is amazing!


Oli Ahmad
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I love how simple this recipe is, yet it's so flavorful. The cauliflower comes out perfectly tender and smoky.


Eieesmail MdEicesmail
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This grilled cauliflower was a hit at our last BBQ! The miso mayo was the perfect finishing touch.