Instant Pot Cauliflower (Whole Cooked)

Instant Pot® Cauliflower (Whole Cooked) – how to cook a whole head of cauliflower in the Instant Pot® (it’s so easy).

Easiest recipe ever, you guys!

Roasted cauliflower is one of my favorite foods – it so simple and delicious – but sometimes you don’t have enough time, ya know! So if you are looking for a quick and easy way to cook your whole head of cauliflower, this is the way to go!  I am currently obsessed with all things Instant Pot® and have been playing around with it a TON! Excited to share some fun new recipes with you guys!  Here is the Instant Pot® that I have!

How to cook a whole head of cauliflower in the Instant Pot®:

This could not be easier …..

1. cut off the bottom leaves and stem of your cauliflower so the bottom is flat.
2. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper (or whatever seasonings you want!)
3. Add 1 cup water to your 6 qt. Instant Pot® and place the metal trivet inside.
4. Place the head of cauliflower on top of the trivet.
5. Cook on Manual, High Pressure, 1-2 minute cook time.
6. Manually release pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Finish under broiler, if desired, for 5 minute increments until you have reached your desired browning.

Told you guys it was easy!  You can then cut it into cauliflower steaks or whatever you have in mind!!

I also have a tutorial on How to Roast Cauliflower in the Oven (Whole) – if you are interested!

I personally LOVE serving cauliflower steaks with this Creamy Avocado Sauce! (Paleo/Whole30)

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Instant Pot® Cauliflower (Whole Cooked)

• Author: Erin
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 2 minutes
• Total Time: 7 minutes
• Yield: 1 head cooked cauliflower 1x
• Category: Cauliflower
• Method: Instant Pot
• Cuisine: American

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How to cook a whole head of cauliflower in the 6 qt. Instant Pot®

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Ingredients

• 1 head of raw cauliflower, with leaved removed and stem cut so the bottom is flat.
• olive oil
• salt
• pepper
• 1 cup water

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Instructions

1. Cut off the bottom leaves and stem of your cauliflower so the bottom is flat.
2. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper (or whatever seasonings you want!)
3. Add 1 cup water to your 6 qt. Instant Pot® and place the metal trivet inside.
4. Place the head of cauliflower on top of the trivet.
5. Cook on Manual, High Pressure, 1-2 minute cook time.
6. Manually release pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Finish under broiler, if desired, for 5 minute increments until you have reached your desired browning.

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Notes

Remember to always account for the time required for the Instant Pot to come to pressure!!

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