Meaning of fauxtatoes | Babel Free

Definitions

A dish of mashed cauliflower used as an alternative to potatoes by followers of a low-carbohydrate diet.

plural, plural-only

Examples

“Cauliflower Purée (a.k.a. "Fauxtatoes") This is a wonderful substitute for mashed potatoes with any dish that has a gravy or sauce.”

“Are your kids begging for mashed potatoes with their grilled chicken and Brussels sprouts (hooray for you if your kids eat Brussels sprouts!)? Make a healthier choice by switching to faux-tatoes, a blend of pureed cauliflower and coconut milk.”

“Fauxtatoes are a great stand-in for mashed potatoes, especially if you have a super tasty gravy to soak up.”

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