Name: Crispy Roasted Cauliflower
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cauliflower; 2 teaspoons canola; salt and pepper; 1 tsp paprika powder; 0.25 tsp turmeric; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; dried chili flakes

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Crispy Roasted Cauliflower

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Ingredients

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Crispy Roasted Cauliflower

1 cauliflower

2 teaspoons canola (alternatively olive oil)

salt and pepper(to taste)

1 tsp paprika powder(sweet, smoked, or hot, depending on preference)

¼ tsp turmeric

½ tsp garlic powder(finely minced)

dried chili flakes(to taste)

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (conventional/top and bottom heat).

Trim the leaves from the cauliflower and cut off the bottom of the stem. Carefully use a knife to cut around the base of the stem. Break the cauliflower into florets by hand, using a knife if needed.

Cut larger florets into smaller pieces, then thoroughly wash the cauliflower florets in a colander and let them drain. Spread them out on a baking sheet.

Toss the cauliflower florets with the oil and spices, mixing well with your hands. Arrange the florets in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, until the florets are tender with a slight bite and nicely crispy on the edges.

Serve the cauliflower with your choice of sides and dipping sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pat Dry for Maximum Crispiness 💧
After cutting florets, pat them completely dry with paper towels before tossing with oil—moisture is the enemy of crispiness and will create steam that prevents browning.
Toast Spices in Oil First 🌶️
Bloom your dried spices (chili flakes, garlic powder, paprika, turmeric) in warm canola oil for 30 seconds before coating the cauliflower to unlock their full flavor potential and prevent raw spice taste.
Arrange in Single Layer 📍
Spread florets in a single layer without crowding your baking sheet—overcrowding traps steam and prevents the golden, crispy edges that make this dish exceptional.
Flip Halfway Through Roasting 🔄
Turn florets at the 15-minute mark during a 30-minute roast at 425°F to ensure even crisping on all sides and consistent golden browning throughout.
Store with Paper Towel Layer 🧻
When meal prepping, place a paper towel in your storage container to absorb excess moisture and keep the cauliflower crispy for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.