Recipe-o'-clock: Make Caribbean jerk cauliflower tacos at home
Caribbean jerk cauliflower tacos offer a taste of the Caribbean without meat or eggs. This dish, rooted in the island's culinary traditions, features cauliflower seasoned with a spicy, sweet jerk blend. Served in soft tacos with fresh toppings, it provides a delightful vegetarian experience. Dive into this recipe that marries sweet-spicy flavors and textures. Let's start cooking.
Gather the following ingredients
For this dish, gather one large cauliflower head, chopped into bite-sized florets. You'll also need two tablespoons of olive oil and two tablespoons of vegetarian jerk seasoning, with salt adjusted to taste. The taco components include eight small corn tortillas, one ripe avocado sliced thinly, a small red onion also thinly sliced, fresh cilantro leaves for garnish, and lime wedges to serve alongside.
Prepare the cauliflower
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, jerk seasoning, and salt until they are evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until they are tender and have crispy edges.
Warm up tortillas
While the cauliflower roasts, warm the tortillas by placing them over a gas stove flame for a few seconds on each side, or by wrapping them in foil and heating them in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for about five minutes. This process ensures the tortillas become pliable and are ready to be filled with the roasted cauliflower mixture.
Assemble your tacos
To assemble the tacos, place roasted jerk cauliflower on each tortilla. Add avocado slices, red onion slivers, and fresh cilantro leaves on top. For an extra kick of flavor or moisture, a drizzle of vegan sour cream or hot sauce can be added. This combination ensures each taco is bursting with flavors and textures, making for a deliciously unique experience.
Serve immediately
Serve the Caribbean jerk cauliflower tacos warm, with lime wedges on the side. Squeezing lime over the tacos just before eating elevates their flavor. This dish combines sweet-spicy flavors and textures for a unique taco experience. It's an eggless, vegetarian option that brings global flavors to your kitchen, offering a delightful way to enjoy a meat-free meal with a Caribbean twist.
