In Monza, KALAN’s Kitchen offers entirely plant-based cuisine that focuses on the link between nutrition, pleasure and well-being. Part of the KALAN project, an integral wellness centre, the restaurant is open to all and was born from the idea that food is a daily gesture of care. The KALAN Kitchen has received the recognition of two forks from Falstaff Italy.
«Food is energy» is the principle that guides its philosophy. Attention to ingredients, combinations, cooking methods and the use of spices is expressed in dishes that combine taste, balance and nourishment. Even the rhythm of the seasons becomes a guide for choosing what to bring to the table.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
Roasted cauliflower with paprika and ginger, black chickpeas toasted, velvety tofu cream and fresh wild fennel.
Dish components: 1- Roasted cauliflower 2- Toasted black chickpeas 3- Tofu cream 4- Fresh fennel
The steps for marinating and roasting in the oven
1-Roasted Cauliflower:
Cauliflower 1 kg 55 g EVO oil
- 8 g sweet paprika
- 3 g smoked paprika
- 3 g powdered ginger
- 3 g garlic powder
- 1.5 g cumin
- 20 g lemon juice
- 10 g maple syrup
- 10 g salt
- 0.5 g black pepper
Procedure: Mix the ingredients, season the cauliflower and marinate for 30–60 minutes. Bake in the oven at 190–200°C for 25–35 minutes.
2-Toasted black chickpeas
- 500 g cooked black chickpeas
- 25 g EVO oil
- 3–4 g Maldon salt
Procedure: Drain and dry the chickpeas. Season with oil and toast in the oven at 170°C for 35–45 minutes. Add the Maldon salt.
3-Tofu cream
- 450 g velvety tofu
- 25 g EVO oil
- 15 g lemon juice
- 8 g white miso
- 2 g salt
- 0.3 g white pepper
Procedure: Blend all the ingredients until you obtain a smooth and velvety cream. Store in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Plating Spread the tofu cream on the plate. Add the roasted cauliflower and toasted black chickpeas. Complete with fresh fennel.
Concept A dish built on the contrast between the sweetness of roasted cauliflower, the earthy character of black chickpeas, the delicate acidity of velvety tofu cream and the aromatic and fresh notes of fennel.
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