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Charred Cauliflower Shakshuka

This Caribbean Shakshuka leans on scotch bonnet to do the heavy lifting. We char the Cauliflower for real depth, then bring it together in one pan.

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Prep30 min
Cook30 min
Serves8
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Charred Cauliflower Shakshuka
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the scotch bonnet elements, and pat the cauliflower dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the cauliflower and char until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the coconut milk and the rest of the scotch bonnet flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the carrots along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the chopped thyme and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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