There is a good amount of Paprika in the spice blend. Paprika
when the heat not labelled can be mild or hot, so use the spice accordingly.
You can always add in more of the paprika or cayenne for heat later. This pasta
is best served hot as the cauliflower is crisp right after baking but will
soften once it cools completely. Add some breadcrumbs for crispier cauliflower.
If you use other veggies or double the recipe, also double
the spice mix to adjust. Use cashew milk for creamiest result. To
make nut-free, use soy-milk or use my potato carrot cheese sauce with the spices+herbs. To
make this oil free, use aquafaba instead of oil to bake the cauliflower.
Ingredients
Cajun cauliflower:
- 1 small head of cauliflower cut into florets 3 heaping cups
- 2 teaspoons oil
Cajun Blend:
- 2 tsp paprika (I use 1 tsp sweet mild paprika and 1 tsp smoked hot paprika)
- 1/4 tsp or more cayenne
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or use more smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt ( 1/4 to 1/2 tsp to preference)
Garlic Sauce Pasta:
- 8 oz penne glutenfree if needed
- 2 tsp olive oil divided
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups unsweetened non dairy milk such as almond milk or soymilk or use cashew milk for creamier
- 1 tbsp flour or use rice flour to make gluten-free
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch or cornstarch
- 10 cloves of roasted garlic
- 1/2 tsp to 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp or more dried thyme ,+ generous dashes of other herbs such as basil, sage, oregano
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1/2 to 3/4 tsp or more salt
- chopped basil or parsley for garnish
- black pepper or cayenne and lemon juice for garnish
Instructions
Cajun Cauliflower:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Add the Cauliflower florets to a large bowl. Drizzle oil and mix using a spatula or rub it in using hands.
- In a small bowl, mix the ingredients under cajun spice blend. Add a bit more paprika if using mild. Sprinkle all over the cauliflower florets and toss to coat. (use 1.5 tbsp or more of premade cajun blend).
- Bake for 25 to 30 mins.
Garlic Pasta:
- Make the pasta according to instructions on the package, drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden, stirring occasionally.
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full recipe : www.veganricha.com