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Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Puree Recipe

4.8 from 105 reviews

Gordon Ramsay’s Cauliflower Puree is a silky-smooth, flavorful side dish made by steaming cauliflower and blending it with butter, fresh thyme, and chicken broth. This creamy puree pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses and showcases simple ingredients transformed into an elegant accompaniment.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Herbs

  • 900g cauliflower florets
  • 5g fresh thyme, chopped

Liquids

  • 240ml low-sodium chicken broth

Dairy and Seasoning

  • 42g unsalted butter, cubed
  • 5g salt, plus more to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil broth and salt: In a wide pot, bring the low-sodium chicken broth and 5 grams of salt to a boil, preparing the steaming liquid for the cauliflower.
  2. Steam cauliflower: Add the cauliflower florets to the pot, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and steam for about 20 minutes until the cauliflower is fork-tender and soft.
  3. Transfer cauliflower: Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the steamed cauliflower florets to a food processor, leaving the broth in the pot.
  4. Prepare butter mixture: In the same pot with hot broth, whisk in the cubed unsalted butter, about three tablespoons of broth at a time, until you achieve a smooth mixture.
  5. Combine ingredients: Pour the butter and broth mixture into the food processor with the cauliflower. Add chopped fresh thyme, black pepper to taste, and additional salt if desired.
  6. Blend into puree: Blend all ingredients until completely smooth and creamy. If the texture is too thick, add warm broth gradually to reach your preferred consistency.
  7. Serve warm: Transfer the cauliflower puree to serving dishes and enjoy it warm as a delicious, velvety side dish.

Notes

  • Using low-sodium broth allows better control over the saltiness of the puree.
  • For a vegan version, substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth and use vegan butter or olive oil.
  • You can adjust the thickness of the puree by adding more or less broth during blending.
  • Fresh thyme adds a subtle herbaceous flavor, but you can substitute with rosemary or sage if preferred.
  • This puree pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian meal.

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