Can I use fresh cauliflower instead?

If fresh cauliflower is substituted, make sure to use small florets. Larger fresh cauliflower florets will take longer to roast, and by the time they're ready the breadcrumbs will have burned.

Panko is Japanese-style breadcrumbs. <a href="https://www.target.com/p/kikkoman-panko-bread-crumbs-8oz/-/A-14774632?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tgtao&DFA=71700000012732781&CPNG=PLA_Grocery%2BShopping_Local%7CGrocery_Ecomm_Food_Bev&adgroup=SC_Grocery&LID=700000001170770pgs&LNM=PRODUCT_GROUP&network=g&device=c&location=9030938&targetid=pla-382931297930&ds_rl=1246978&ds_rl=1248099&gclid=CjwKCAjw7fuJBhBdEiwA2lLMYX1CFdrgIOvVoKxa6MExFvehZwZw2OoE49nBfSNslhNw1c5zjFu-PRoCInoQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panko breadcrumbs are larger and crunchier than "regular" store-bought breadcrumbs. Panko comes in white or whole wheat, and either can be used for this recipe. Panko can be found in most grocery stores.

Can I use regular breadcrumbs instead of panko?

Panko works better, because the crumbs are bigger and crunchier.

Can I skip the breadcrumbs?

Yes, you can make this exact recipe without breadcrumbs.

Can I add cheese to this?

If you'd like to add grated cheese to the roasted cauliflower, I'd do it in the last 10 minutes of cooking. Parmesan blends in fairly well with the breadcrumbs. A softer cheese, like cheddar, melts completely into a soft, cheesy cover.

Can I roast other frozen veggies using this method?

Yes, you can roast other types of frozen veggies by lightly coating them in olive oil, adding seasoning, and cooking at 425 degrees using convection roast. Panko is optional. Keep in mind that the cooking time will vary a little bit depending on the type of frozen vegetable.

Crispy Roasted Frozen Cauliflower with Garlicky Breadcrumbs

Name: Crispy Roasted Frozen Cauliflower with Garlicky Breadcrumbs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 bags frozen cauliflower florets (32 ounces); 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed; ½ cup panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste after the cauliflower is cooked

Crispy Roasted Frozen Cauliflower with Garlicky Breadcrumbs

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Crispy, crunchy roasted frozen cauliflower with garlicky breadcrumbs is an easy, fast & flavorful vegetable side dish for dinner.

To make a main dish, toss the cauliflower and breadcrumbs with pasta and top with parmesan cheese.

Author: Jenny Meier | Kitchen Skip blog
Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 25
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
Category: side dishes
Method: roasting
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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2 bags frozen cauliflower florets (32 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste after the cauliflower is cooked

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Instructions

Heat oven to 425 degrees CONVECTION ROAST.
Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment (otherwise, the panko and frozen cauliflower will stick to the pan)
On the baking sheet, toss the cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of olive oil
In a small bowl, mix together the panko, garlic powder and salt.
Sprinkle the panko and seasonings evenly over the pan, covering the cauliflower and letting some of the panko cover the pan.
Roast for 15 minutes without mixing or turning the frozen cauliflower, then drizzle another tablespoon or so of olive oil over the cauliflower and panko if the pan seems dry (don’t mix).
Roast at least another 5 minutes, for a total cooking time of 20 minutes, or until cauliflower is browned to your liking. I often keep the pan in the oven for closer to 30 minutes, as long as the breadcrumbs aren't getting too dark.

Notes

You can make this recipe without the panko and garlic powder. Just toss frozen cauliflower in a light coating of olive oil and salt, and roast at 425 degrees CONVECTION ROAST for 20 to 30 minutes.

A convection oven will often have two settings, "convection bake" and "convection roast." For this recipe, use convection roast if it's an option on your oven.

Storage: This dish will stay fresh for up to 5 days in the refrigerator, but it really tastes best and has the best texture the day it is made.

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