It’s a delicious snack that you can feel good about enjoying. Needless to say, they are perfect for game day! I started making this recipe after my broccoli bites were such a hit. It occurred to me that I should make a version with cauliflower. So I did, and I think these are actually better than the broccoli ones. This is probably because cauliflower is milder than broccoli and very similar to potatoes when cooked. So, these cauliflower bites make a wonderful alternative to tater tots.
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Olive oil spray: A delicious oil and my favorite to use. Avocado oil is another good option. Cauliflower florets: You can use fresh or frozen, although I prefer to use fresh cauliflower for the best flavor and texture. Eggs: I use large eggs in most of my recipes, this one included. To season: Kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Almond flour: I use superfine blanched almond flour. Shredded cheddar: I like to use sharp cheddar for its great flavor.
Steam the cauliflower and drain it.
Add it along with eggs, spices, almond flour, and shredded cheddar to the food processor and process to combine.
Serve with ketchup, mayonnaise, or sour cream.
I think they are wonderful! But if you prefer a coarser texture, you might want to chop the cauliflower very finely by hand and then mix the ingredients by hand. This will give you better control of the tots’ texture than using the food processor.
My kids love dipping them in ketchup. I like them dipped in sour cream dip, Greek yogurt dip, sriracha mayo, or ranch dressing. They are also excellent on their own, without any dip.
When I serve them as a side dish, I like to serve these tots with a main dish that I can bake in the same 400°F oven, such as:
Pork meatballs Keto meatballs Keto fried chicken Baked chicken wings Garlic parmesan wings Cheeseburger casserole
You can also freeze these bites in a single layer in freezer bags for up to three months.
