Cheesy Cauliflower Sandwich
These cheesy cauliflower sandwiches are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and packed with flavor. Made with cauliflower, Gouda, and Parmesan, they're a gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly option that's perfect for a snack, breakfast, or light lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower head medium-size, trimmed and cleaned
- 1 large egg (or 2 small eggs)
- 300 g gouda cheese grated
- 70 g Parmesan cheese grated
- salt and pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 210°C (410°F), fan mode.
- Add the cauliflower florets to a food processor (working in batches if necessary) and pulse until finely ground, resembling fine cauliflower rice.
- Transfer the processed cauliflower to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This step is essential for the right texture.
- Place the drained cauliflower in a mixing bowl along with the parmesan, egg, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well (you can use disposable gloves) until the mixture is fully combined.
- Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a rectangle measuring approximately 12 x 10 cm (about 5 x 4 inches) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until firm and lightly golden.
- Remove the tray from the oven and heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Once hot, place one cauliflower slice in the pan, sprinkle with grated gouda (divide the gouda evenly among the sandwiches), then top with a second cauliflower slice to form a sandwich. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until the cheese is melted and the exterior is golden.
- Repeat with the remaining slices and serve the sandwiches warm.
Notes
Tip: Drain the cauliflower very well, pressing out any excess moisture to remove as much liquid as possible.
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