Culinary Uses & Everyday Applications
Thanks to their small size and versatility, these extra-small cauliflower florets can be used across a wide range of everyday recipes and side dishes.
🍚 Cauliflower Rice & Grain Alternatives
Pulse the frozen florets in a food processor until they resemble rice. Sauté with olive oil, sesame oil, herbs, or seasonings, and use as an alternative to rice in bowls, stir-fries, and meal-prep recipes.
🧀 Bakes, Gratins & Casseroles
Layer frozen florets into baking dishes with cream, cheese, garlic, and herbs before baking until tender and lightly browned. Suitable for gratins, casseroles, and vegetable bakes.
🍛 Curries, Soups & Purees
Add directly to curries, soups, and stews during cooking. The small florets also blend easily into vegetable purees, creamy soups, dips, and sauces.
How to prepare & cook frozen cauliflower
01Steaming: Place frozen florets in a steamer basket over simmering water. Cover and steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until the desired tenderness is reached.
02Pressure Cooker: Add water according to your pressure cooker's instructions. Place the cauliflower in a steaming basket and cook under pressure for 0-2 minutes, then quick release.
03Boiling: Add frozen cauliflower directly to boiling water and cook for approximately 4-6 minutes, depending on your preferred texture. Drain immediately after cooking.
04Microwave (750W): Place the florets in a microwave-safe dish with approximately
120 ml (½ cup) water and cover.
- 300 g: 6-8 minutes
- 600 g: 10-12 minutes
05Microwave (900W): Place the florets in a microwave-safe dish with approximately
120 ml (½ cup) water and cover.
- 300 g: 5-7 minutes
- 600 g: 8-10 minutes
*These pre-cut cauliflower florets require no washing, peeling, or trimming before cooking and can be portioned directly from frozen.
Recipe: Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
5 min Prep | 25–30 min Cook | Serves 3–4
Directions
01Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02Place the frozen cauliflower florets in a mixing bowl without thawing.
03Add olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
04Spread the florets in a single layer on the prepared tray.
05Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
06Sprinkle with parmesan cheese during the final few minutes of roasting. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Frozen cauliflower florets
Nutritional Highlights
- Provides approximately 52% of the Daily Value (DV) for Vitamin C per 100 g.
- Contains 2.7 g of dietary fiber per 100 g (approximately 10% DV).
- Contains approximately 19 kcal per 100 g.
- Naturally contains Vitamin K and manganese.
- Made with 100% cauliflower, with no added preservatives or artificial colors.
| Average Nutritional Values | Per 100 g | %DV |
| Calories | 19 kcal | * |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 142 mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values (%DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary naturally due to growing conditions, seasonal variation, agricultural practices, and the natural variation of vegetables.
Storage
Keep frozen cauliflower properly stored to help maintain its quality, texture, and color.
01Keep Frozen: Store at −18°C (0°F) or below until ready to use. Consistent freezer storage helps maintain product quality.
02Reseal After Opening: Reseal the original packaging securely after each use, or transfer the remaining cauliflower to an airtight freezer-safe container or freezer bag. This helps reduce exposure to air and moisture, which can contribute to freezer burn.
03Cold-Chain Handling: After purchase or delivery, return the product to the freezer as soon as possible to maintain frozen storage conditions.
Shelf Life
Simple guidelines to help maintain product quality during storage.
01Best-Before Guidance: When stored continuously at −18°C (0°F) or below, frozen cauliflower can maintain its best quality until the best-before date indicated on the packaging.
02Refreezing Guidance: Avoid refreezing fully thawed cauliflower whenever possible. Repeated freezing and thawing may affect texture, appearance, and overall quality.
03After Thawing: If thawed, keep refrigerated and use promptly according to your recipe requirements for best quality.