Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Prepare Cauliflower: Steam or boil cauliflower florets for 5–6 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain well.
- Sauté Base: In a skillet, heat olive oil (or butter). Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft and golden. Stir in paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Mix with Sour Cream: Remove from heat, stir in sour cream, and half of the grated cheese.
- Assemble: Place cauliflower in a baking dish. Pour the creamy onion mixture over the top and toss gently.
- Top & Bake: Sprinkle with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
✨ This dish is comforting like Hungarian rakott karfiol (layered cauliflower) but with an aromatic twist of turmeric. It pairs beautifully with roast meats, chicken paprikash, or even fresh bread.
Would you like me to also give you the authentic Hungarian version (Rakott Karfiol) without turmeric so you can compare both styles?