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Butter cauliflower curry with rice, naan, and cilantro in a rustic bowl

Butter Cauliflower Amazing Creamy Dinner Recipe


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  • Author: kai
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Butter Cauliflower is a rich, creamy vegetarian dinner made with tender cauliflower simmered in a spiced tomato butter sauce. It brings bold, comforting flavors in every bite and pairs perfectly with rice or naan.


Ingredients

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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

2 tsp cornstarch

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 cauliflower, cut into florets

3 tbsp unsalted butter

1 yellow onion, finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp freshly grated ginger

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

2 cups vegetable broth

1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk

Basmati rice for serving

Fresh cilantro and Greek yogurt for garnish


Instructions

1. Mix lemon juice, cornstarch, cumin, part of turmeric, garam masala, and salt in a bowl

2. Heat oil and cook cauliflower until lightly browned

3. Toss cauliflower in prepared mixture, return to pan, and cook until tender crisp

4. Remove cauliflower and set aside

5. Heat remaining oil and butter, then cook onion until soft

6. Add garlic, ginger, and tomato paste and cook until fragrant

7. Stir in remaining spices and cook briefly

8. Add tomato sauce and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer

9. Stir in cream, return cauliflower, and simmer until sauce thickens

10. Serve over rice and garnish with cilantro and yogurt

Notes

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 50 minutes

Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Serves: 4

Calories: 325 per serving (excluding rice)

Carbohydrates: 24 g

Protein: 4 g

Fat: 28 g

Saturated fat: 14 g

Sodium: 890 mg

Fiber: 6 g

Sugar: 7 g

You can add chickpeas for extra protein

Use coconut milk for a dairy free option

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 325
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 890 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 4 g