The other day I posted these game-changer Truffle Salt Burgers. I showed them served over Paleo Cauliflower Mash topped with a thick slice of grilled onion and a side of broccoli as that is how we ate it for dinner.
I immediately got a bunch of emails asking me to post the Cauliflower Mash since the other Cauliflower Mash I have posted on my site is a Vegan version which uses Soy Creamer and Earth Balance.
My, how things change right?
OK, first things first, I was adamant in my old version to boil and NOT steam the cauliflower. I have since changed my position and have found myself steaming the cauliflower more often than boiling it – the only downside is that it takes a lot longer to cook.
This version is creamy, simple and quite addictive but dependent on having Ghee in the pantry.
I have tried this with Butter and it’s still quite good but you need a lot more Butter than Ghee to get an intense flavor. Plus, the Ghee is not as heavy so the whipped cauliflower stays light and fluffy.
For instructions on how to break down the cauliflower, go here to my other version.
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Paleo Cauliflower Mash Recipe. Creamy and Light Whipped Mashed Cauliflower with Ghee. Whole30. Paleo. Primal. Slow Carb.
- 1 large head cauliflower core removed and cut into evenly sized florets
- 1/4 cup ghee
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon plain unsweetened almond milk (as needed)
- Remove cauliflower florets from core, cut into evenly sized pieces. Click here for a photo tutorial.
- Place a couple of inches of water and a nice size pinch of kosher salt in a large pot. Fit with a steamer insert or follow the boiling directions from this Vegan Version. Once water is boiling, place cauliflower florets into pot and cover. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes until florets are very tender and almost falling apart.
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Place Ghee and salt in the bowl of food processor. Carefully (I use a tongs as the florets will be very hot!) add steamed florets to processor.
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Remove tube to allow steam to escape and process for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth. [img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_9241.jpg" width="550"]
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Add freshly ground black pepper to taste and almond milk only if needed to loosen. Serve hot and Enjoy! [img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IMG_9242.jpg" width="550"]
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Is there an alternative to using a food processor? I don’t have one. Thanks!
Hi Cindy! Do you have a handheld (immersion) blender or a high powered blender? Either should work!
This recipe is amazing! 5 stars! My husband and I couldn’t actually tell that it wasn’t potato which is shocking to me! How did I not know about this? It is the best kept secret! I followed your instructions except I added a bit more ghee vs. the almond milk – just delicious!
Hi Lyndsay – Yay!! So excited for you guys. You can get really creative with the basic recipe and start adding sauteed garlic, chives, cheese, all kinds of things 🙂
What other alternatives can I use instead of almond milk? Rice milk? Coconut oil? Vegetable broth?
Hi Megan! Rice Milk, Hemp Milk, Dairy Milk, Coconut Milk, pretty much any unsweetened, unflavored milk that you usually use for cooking / baking would work!
This recipe was great! YUMMY!
Awesome Christina – so glad you loved it and thanks for taking the time to comment and let me know!
I made this tonight and added 1 clove of garlic. I did use Earth Balance (soy free) because my daughter is very allergic to milk protein. OMG. We have HATED every cauliflower mash recipe we have ever tried and this was THE. BOMB. Like, I never leave reviews and I’m leaving one for this. Even my VERY picky, non-healthy-foods-liking husband raved over them and said we could use these from now on in place of his beloved mashed potatoes. WIN!!! Thank you SO much!
Hi Amber! You totally made my night! Thank you for taking the time to comment and I am so happy that everyone loved the mashed cauli! 🙂
Just made these! Omg! Delish!
So glad to hear it Sonia – thanks for letting me know!
Could you use coconut milk instead of almond milk….thats what I have currently on hand?
Definitely but go slow since it’s so thick!
I found this recipe via Pinterest. I can say that I really almost cried with joy when I made this. I started paleo about a month ago and have really really really missed my thrice weekly mashed potatoes. This may just get me through the week. Excellent!
So happy to hear it Amanda!!! Enjoy them 🙂
Mmmm… I love how cauliflower is evolving in the kitchen. Nice mash and lovely touch of ghee. Can’t go wrong with ghee 😉
Mmmm, this looks so good!! I love cauliflower mash!
Me too – I can’t get enough of it!
Great dish! I’ve had this before, but never made it myself. I really should – I love cauliflower, and am always looking for new ways to use it. Really good stuff – thanks.
It’s so easy John – you have to make it!
I love cauliflowers, this looks so good!
Oh wow, this is a bowl of comfort! So simple and delicious. Have you ever tried using olive oil in place of the ghee? I sometimes need a dairy-free option. I’m making a lamb stew tonight and it calls for serving over potatoes…I’m going to mash up some cauliflower instead.
I have tried Olive Oil and I didn’t love the taste – it was very heavy and a bit flat. I was thinking that Olive Oil might work if I had some fresh herbs and roasted garlic to add more dimension so maybe try that? Lamb Stew sounds awesome!! Have a great weekend Hannah 🙂
Ah, that makes sense. Thanks for letting me know! Hope to see you soon!
Yep! I am still holding out for some Kombucha lessons 😉
The next baby is yours! 🙂
Looks delish! We made another versions a few weeks ago for the first time and it was awesome!! Need to try yours soon.
Cauliflower is so versatile – it’s really one of the best veg!
I love mashed cauliflower as an alternative to mashed potatoes! this version is a need-to-try.
So do I Joanne, I must make this at least 1x a week!