Keto Cauliflower Gratin
Ingredients
- 1 Medium-Large Head of Cauliflower. Cut into Florets. About 650 grams.
- 60 grams Gruyère Cheese Grated.
- 1/4 Cup Finley Crushed Pork Rinds.
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- Chopped Parsley or Chives Garnish.
Keto Béchamel Sauce
- 113 grams Butter Grated.
- 30 grams Gruyère Cheese Grated.
- 30 grams Parmesan-Reggiano Grated.
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 tsp Ground Turmeric Optional, For Color.
- 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp Xanthan Gum
- Salt To Taste.
- Pepper To Taste.
Instructions
- Preheat Oven to 425°F.
- Cut cauliflower into florets and place in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 5 minutes to steam . Do not add water!
- Place steamed cauliflower in a colander and allow to drain.
- While the cauliflower is cooling, start preparing the béchamel sauce.
- In a saucepan over medium heat add butter.
- Once butter is melted, add water and heavy whipping cream.
- Whisk in xanthan gum and slowly add in grated cheese while continuing to whisk.
- Once sauce thickens and is heated through, set aside. About 2-3 minutes.
- Pat dry the steamed cauliflower to remove excess liquid.
- In an oven safe baking dish, add half the sauce to the bottom of the dish.
- Add the cauliflower to the baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Pour the remainder of the béchamel sauce on top of the cauliflower.
- Sprinkle 60 grams of the gruyère cheese on top of the cauliflower, followed by the crushed pork rinds.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp of olive oil on top of the dish.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Top with dried parsley or chives.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition Information (6 Servings):
- 333 Calories
- 5.4g Carbohydrates
- 1.2g Fiber
- 31.3g Fat
- 8.6g Protein