Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Butter Cauliflower, a delightful vegetarian dish featuring tender cauliflower florets simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal with basmati rice.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. corn starch
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. ground turmeric divided
3 tsp. garam masala divided
1 1/2 tsp. salt divided
2 Tbsp. olive oil divided
1 medium head of cauliflower cut into florets
3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 yellow onion finely chopped
3 garlic cloves minced
2 tsp. freshly grated ginger sub ground ginger
2 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
1 8-oz. can tomato sauce
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream sub full-fat canned coconut milk
Basmati rice for serving
Fresh cilantro and whole-milk Greek yogurt for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together lemon juice, corn starch, ground cumin, 1/2 tsp of turmeric, 1 tsp of garam masala, and 1/2 tsp of salt to create a marinade.
- Toss the cauliflower florets in the marinade and let them sit for about 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and add the marinated cauliflower. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add 2 Tbsp of olive oil, then sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste, remaining turmeric, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and 2 tsp of garam masala, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Return the cauliflower to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk, cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve the Butter Cauliflower over basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and omit the butter.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Butter Cauliflower, vegetarian recipes, creamy cauliflower, Indian cuisine, healthy dinner