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Butter Cauliflower Recipe

Butter Cauliflower Recipe

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This Butter Cauliflower Recipe is a vegetarian twist on the traditional Indian Butter Chicken dish. Tender cauliflower florets are cooked in a flavorful spiced cream sauce and served over rice with a dollop of yogurt for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower:

  • 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

For the Sauce:

  • 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp. freshly grated ginger (substitute ground ginger)
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (substitute full-fat canned coconut milk)

For Serving:

  • Basmati rice
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Whole-milk Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cauliflower: Mix lemon juice, corn starch, cumin, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp garam masala, and 1/2 tsp salt. Coat cauliflower and cook until charred.
  2. Make the Sauce: Cook onions, garlic, ginger, and spices. Add tomato sauce, broth, and cream. Simmer until thickened.
  3. Combine Cauliflower and Sauce: Return cauliflower to the skillet. Simmer until flavors meld.
  4. Serve: Garnish with cilantro and yogurt. Serve over rice.

Notes

  • Nutrition information excludes rice.
  • Pair with chickpeas for additional protein.

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