Perfect Mashed Cauliflower Recipe

Step 1

First, fill a large pot with about 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.

Step 2

Then, place a steamer basket in the bottom of the pot.

Step 3

Add the cauliflower florets into the steamer basket.

Step 4

Cover the pot and steam until the cauliflower is fork tender (6-8 minutes). Please do not steam for more than 8 minutes otherwise the florets will become very soggy.

Step 5

Remove from the heat, uncover the pot (this step is important) and let the cauliflower cool down for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Place the steamed cauliflower in bowl and cover with a plastic film leaving a small space to place the immersion blender. Slowly start to mash the cauliflower. At the beginning it will be a little hard to mash but after a few seconds it will be easy. Do not add any liquid like warm water or chicken broth while you are mashing the steamed cauliflower. Eventually it will release a bit of liquid and the mashing process will become easier. If you add more liquid your mashed cauliflower will become very watery at the end of the process.

Step 7

When the cauliflower is completely smooth add butter, mayo, garlic powder, Parmesan, salt, ground black pepper and stir well to combine.

Step 8

Taste to adjust the seasoning.

Step 9

Garnish with black pepper, olive oil and fresh parsley.