crispy roasted cauliflower florets

Here’s a simple and delicious way to make crispy roasted cauliflower florets—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside:

🥦 Crispy Roasted Cauliflower Florets

🧾 Ingredients

• 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven:
   220°C (425°F) for crispiness.
2. Prep cauliflower:
   Wash and thoroughly dry the florets (moisture prevents crisping).
3. Season:
   Toss florets in olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
4. Arrange on baking sheet:
   Spread in a single layer—avoid overcrowding, or they’ll steam instead of crisp.
5. Roast:
   Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy at edges.
6. Optional finishing touch:
   Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and roast 2–3 more minutes until melted.

💡 Tips

• For extra crispiness, toss florets in 1 tbsp cornstarch before adding oil and spices.
• Serve with yogurt dip, tahini sauce, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
• Can also be air-fried at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes.

If you like, I can give you a spicy garlic Parmesan version that comes out even crispier and is perfect as a snack or side dish.