Mastering cauliflower: Cooking tips for every season

Cauliflower shines all year round, captivating many with its versatility and benefits. However, mastering this vegetable's cooking can seem elusive to some. We'll simplify this process and share a tip to neutralize its notable cooking odour.

Cauliflower graces our stores throughout the year, serving as a hearty main dish and a nutritious side dish. Renowned for its health, it's packed with fibre and vital vitamins necessary for our well-being. So, how should one cook cauliflower perfectly? Let's delve in.

The initial step involves cutting the cauliflower into florets, facilitating faster cooking.

Next, fill a pot with water, season with about 2 teaspoons of salt, and consider adding a pinch of baking soda to keep the cauliflower bright white throughout cooking. Upon reaching a boil, submerge the florets. After approximately 12 minutes, they should be perfectly tender and ready to enjoy.

While cauliflower's flavour is beloved by many, its cooking aroma—stemming from sulphur compounds—can be less appealing. A straightforward solution is to add the juice of one lemon to the boiling water. This not only dispels the odour but can also enhance the taste of the cauliflower.