Savor the Flavor: Our Smoked Cauliflower Recipe will blow your taste buds away! A simple yet impressive dish for any occasion.
Course
Side Dish
Prep Time15minutes
Cook Time30minutes
Servings4
Ingredients
1medium-sized whole cauliflower
2tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonssmoked paprika
1tablespoongarlic powder
1tablespoononion powder
1teaspooncayenne pepperadjust to taste
1teaspoonsaltor to taste
1teaspoonblack pepper
1chunk of hickory or mesquite wood for smoking
Instructions
Prep and Steam
Preheat the Grill: Start by firing up your grill. If using charcoal, light the coals and let them heat up. Preheat a gas grill to medium-high heat (around 350°F/175°C). Place a chunk of hickory or mesquite wood on the coals or the smoker box if you have one. Let it start smokin'!
Prepare the Cauliflower: While the grill is heating, wash the cauliflower and remove any excess leaves. Trim the stem just enough to create a flat surface so it sits evenly on the grill.
Steam the Cauliflower: Place the cauliflower, stem-side down, in a large pot with a steamer basket. Add about an inch of water to the pot. Cover and steam for about 10 minutes until it's tender but not mushy. You can poke it with a fork to check - it should still have a bit of resistance.
Season and Grill
Create the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. This is your flavor-packed seasoning blend.
Season the Cauliflower: Place the steamed cauliflower on a plate. Use a basting brush or your hands to coat the cauliflower with the seasoning mix generously. Make sure to get the spices into all the nooks and crannies for maximum flavor!
Grill Time: Now, it's grillin' time! If you're using a charcoal grill, push the coals to one side and create an indirect heat zone. For a gas grill, turn off one side or use a side burner if you have it. Place the seasoned cauliflower on the grill grates over the indirect heat zone.
Smoke 'n Grill: Cover the grill with the lid, let the cauliflower smoke, and grill for about 25-30 minutes. Keep the grill temperature around 350°F (175°C). The cauliflower should develop a beautiful golden crust and a smoky aroma.
Serve and Enjoy
Carve and Serve: Carefully remove the smoked whole cauliflower from the grill using tongs. Place it on a cutting board and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Then, slice it into thick, steak-like pieces. Serve it up with a big ol' grin because you just created a masterpiece!