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These Cauliflower tacos are my favorite vegetarian weeknight meal. They’re super flavorful, crispy and are so good when added to blistered tortillas and garnished with avocado crema, cotija cheese, sliced radishes and green onions. Serve them with my Strawberry Margaritas and Tres Leches Cake.
Cauliflower Tacos
If you think about it, cauliflower has had an incredible decade. Itโs been transformed into everything from pizza crust to โwingsโ to pasta in mac and cheese. And I mean I love it in different forms (see my Ginger Fried Cauliflower Rice and Romanesco Cauliflower Mash). Although it has become very famous, it has its limits. I despise it as pizza crust. Itโs straight vile.
The better application comes in form of these tacos. Theyโre not necessarily transformed or taking place of something. They act as they are: cauliflower florets.
How to Make Cauliflower Tacos
- The first step is to cut up the cauliflower in florets. Heat up some avocado oil (or another neutral oil) and pan sear the cauliflower. I like to do this because it gives the cauliflower some color.
- Sprinkle the cauliflower with the spice mixture; toss it together until combined.
- Pour in some water and immediately cover the pan with a lid. This will help steam the cauliflower and ensure even cooking.
- Also, this is a great time to make the avocado crema, which is just an avocado, some lime juice, cilantro, water and a few pinches of salt. And thatโs it!
- Just assemble the tacos with whatever toppings you want.
- I blistered my tortillas over my gas range. And added a few spoonfuls of cauliflower to each tortilla, poured a spoonful of avocado crema on top, some radishes, cotija cheese and green onions!
Recipe Tip
Can I make this ahead? Iโm going to say NO lol. Cooked cauliflower really doesnโt keep well in the fridge (in my opinion). I think this dish is best made and consumed in one sitting.
Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe. I love making a batch of this taco seasoning and using it for this recipe and others.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, absolutely. Romanesco cauliflower might take a bit longer since its little spiky texture needs more cooking at times.
I know this sounds weird but I think cabbage sounds really good in tacos. Maybe too soft of a texture? But I say try it!
I love serving these with salsa verde, pico de gallo, guacamole, cotija, sour cream or crema Mexicana. And I love to drink these with a cold beer or watermelon margaritas.
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Cauliflower Tacos
Ingredients
Avocado Crema:
- 1 large avocado
- Juice from half a lime
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup water
- Kosher salt
Cauliflower:
- 1 (2-lb) head of cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- Kosher salt
- 1/3 cup water
Taco Assembly:
- Corn tortillas
- Limes
- Cilantro leaves, as garnish
- Cotija cheese, as garnish
- Radishes
Instructions
To Make the Avocado Crema:
- In a small food processor or blender, add the avocado, lime juice, cilantro, water and a few pinches of kosher salt. Blend until very smooth.
To Make the Cauliflower:
- Prep the cauliflower by cutting into florets. In a medium skillet, set over medium-high heat, add the avocado oil. When hot, add in the cauliflower and cook on each side for about 1 to 2 minutes, until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin and oregano. Add a few pinches of salt to the cauliflower and add the spices. Give it a thorough mix until the cauliflower is evenly coated. Pour in the water and then immediately cover the pan, and turn the heat down to medium-low. Cook for 5 minutes. Give the cauliflower a taste and adjust the salt to taste.
To Assemble the Tacos:
- I like to blister tortillas over an open flame (my gas burner lol). Add a spoonful of the cauliflower to each tortilla, along with a tablespoon of the crema, green onions, cilantro leaves, sliced radishes and a sprinkling of cotija cheese.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I love your recipes, can’t wait to try the pumpkin pasta and the cauliflower tacos.
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Thank you.
Ok, so I FINALLY tried these. Yesterday was Sunday and my partner was spending the day with his family and I was alone so I decided to fix a meal that was “just for me” and am I glad I did. First, being from Missouri I grew up with a natural love of vegetables. While we love beef in Missouri we love our veggies just as much so I’m a huge fan of veggie tacos. These came out perfectly and blistering the tortilla lended authenticity (not to mention look beautiful!) I’ve never posted on your site, I just grab the recipe and go however, I HAD to post and let you know how beautifully they turned out. Thank you!
ahh i love to hear this! it makes me so happy. ๐