This vegetarian cauliflower curry recipe is inspired by classic Indian butter chicken. Richly spiced and lightened up with coconut milk. Simply delicious.
Course
Main Course
Category
Indian
Prep Time15minutes
Cook Time35minutes
Total Time50minutes
Servings4
Calories320kcal
AutorElle
Ingredients
For the spice mix:
1/2teaspoonground cumin
1/4teaspoonturmeric
1teaspoonpaprika(sweet)
1tablespoongaram masala
1/4teaspooncinnamon(ceylon)
1/8teaspooncayenne pepper
1teaspoonsea salt
For the curry:
1tablespooncoconut oil
3tablespoonsghee(or butter)
1medium yellow onion finely,chopped
3garlic cloves,minced
1tablespoonfreshly grated ginger
1tablespoontomato paste
1x 400 g can organic diced tomatoes
1 1/2cupsvegetable or chicken broth (375 ml)
1medium head of cauliflower cut into florets
200mlcan organic coconut milk
A squeeze of lemon juice(1/2 small lemon, or to taste)
Fresh cilantro leaves,to garnish
To serve:
Whole grain or basmati rice
Method
Combine spices in a bowl. Set aside.
Melt 1 tablespoon oil and the ghee in a large pot (or wok) over medium heat. Add the onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until start to soften, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic, ginger, and tomato paste; cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Then add the spices; and cook for 1 more minute, stirring.
Add the tomato and broth; season with salt and pepper, to taste and bring the mixture to a light boil. Reduce heat slightly and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
Stir in cauliflower florets and cook, cover partially with a lid, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender (depending on size of florets and whether you prefer crisp-tender or very tender).
Stir in coconut milk, and cook until heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and serve over rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!
Notes
Chickpeas are a nice addition to this vegetarian curry. Feel free to add a can of rinsed and drained chickpeas during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
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