📍 Where this dish comes from: Jezreel Valley (kibbutz country), Israel
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Kasha varnishkes is a genuine Ashkenazi comfort dish, buckwheat groats and pasta bound together with plenty of caramelized onion. This version swaps in cauliflower for both the kasha and the noodles, holding onto the same deeply savory character.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 190kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into small florets
- 4 tbsp olive oil or schmaltz divided
- 2 onions sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower florets and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned in spots.
- Remove cauliflower and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the skillet along with onions, cooking 12–15 minutes, until deeply caramelized. Add garlic in the last minute.
- Return cauliflower to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 190kcal | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g
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Health Benefits
- Cauliflower provides fiber and vitamin C in place of traditional buckwheat and pasta.
- Caramelized onions add real depth and natural sweetness without any added sugar.
- A naturally lower-carb take on a classic, deeply savory Ashkenazi side.