Dried cauliflower is usually spread flat in a large bamboo sieve and exposed to the sun for two to three days. During the drying process, remember to take it back at night to avoid being exposed to dew.
1. The method of making dried cauliflower is as follows:
1. First remove the cauliflower leaves, trim off the dirty parts of the cauliflower, and break them into small florets with a diameter of 3-5 cm. , soak it in water for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse it and put it in a basket to drain off the water.
2. Then put water in the pot, add two tablespoons of salt, wait until the water boils, pour in the cauliflower, cook for a few minutes until the cauliflower is seven ripe, turn off the heat and take it out. Be careful not to overcook it, otherwise it will break easily.
3. Take it out and put it into a large bamboo sieve. After spreading it flat, dry it in the sun for two or three days.
4. Remember to turn it over during the drying process, and then put it away after drying. Finally, put it into a sealed bag or jar and store it in a cool place.
2. Tips for sun-drying cauliflower:
1. After cauliflower is dried, the volume shrinks significantly, so break it into larger pieces before cooking.
2. Cauliflower should not be cooked too badly, otherwise it will not be easy to remove.
3. During the drying process, the cauliflower should be taken back at night to avoid being exposed to dew.
4. Adding salt when cooking cauliflower can have a sterilizing effect, and it is easy to store in the future and will not deteriorate easily.
5. In summer, especially during the yellow plum season, if the dried cauliflower shows signs of mold, it should be placed in the sun immediately or sterilized in the microwave.
3. How to eat dried cauliflower:
There are many ways to eat dried cauliflower, including stir-frying, frying, stewing, and blanching. Before cooking, first put the cauliflower into water and soak it for about an hour. It is best to use warm boiling water, do not use cold water or very hot water. Then take it out, wash it several times with clean water, squeeze out the water, and then you can cook the dried cauliflower according to your own cooking method.