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Cauliflower Mash and Spicy Prawns

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Mash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 head cauliflower cut into small florets
  • 3 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup extra vegetable or chicken broth if the mash is too thick
  • 1 14- ounce can white beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1 tbsp butter optional
  • Salt and pepper to season
For the Prawns
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 500 g prawns - shelled and deveined
  • 2 garlic chopped
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika/cayenne
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to season

Method
 

For the mashed cauliflower
  1. Heat the olive oil in a pot and saute the garlic and cauliflower for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the milk and 2 cups of broth.
  3. Simmer for 10 minutes or until soft.
  4. Once soft, add the white beans and mash these till smooth. If you prefer rough bits, you can just mash it roughly to get a chunky texture.
  5. If the mash is too thick, add the reserved broth.
  6. Stir in black pepper, butter, salt and cheese.
For the prawns
  1. In a frying pan, add oil and saute garlic for 30 seconds.
  2. Add the prawns and mix in all the seasonings.
  3. Season with salt and cook for a few minutes, till done.
To serve
  1. Place some mashed cauliflower on a plate.
  2. Top with the prawns and serve with a side of salad/greens.
  3. Enjoy!