European
Germany - Vegetarian
Blumenkohl mit Goldbraunen Butterbröseln
Chef's Menu Description
A whole steamed head of tender cauliflower crowned with nutty, foaming melted butter and crispy toasted breadcrumbs (Polnische Art).
Ingredients
- • 1 large whole head of cauliflower (Blumenkohl), leaves trimmed
- • 80g butter, 60g fine breadcrumbs (Semmelbrösel)
- • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, sea salt, fresh parsley
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Place the whole trimmed cauliflower head in a large pot of salted boiling water with a pinch of sugar. Cook for 15-18 minutes until tender to the core when pierced with a knife. Drain carefully.
2
Phase 2
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until foaming. Add breadcrumbs and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly until deep golden brown and fragrant.
3
Phase 3
Remove from heat and stir in nutmeg, a pinch of salt, and finely chopped parsley.
4
Phase 4
Set the whole steaming cauliflower on a warm serving dish and pour the sizzling golden buttercrumbs generously all over the top.