🇮🇳 Indian Coconut Butter Cauliflower in 30 Mins

Indian Coconut Butter Cauliflower in 30 Mins

This Indian Coconut Butter Cauliflower is a culinary masterpiece that comes together in just 30 minutes, proving that incredible flavor doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. It transforms humble cauliflower into a star dish, enveloped in a luxuriously creamy and aromatic coconut sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave a taste of vibrant Indian cuisine, this coconut cauliflower recipe is designed to impress with minimal effort. Each bite offers a tender texture and a symphony of spic

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 1/3 cups canned full fat coconut milk
• 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
• 2 inches fresh ginger, grated
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 2 teaspoons yellow curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

Method

 

1. Preheat the broiler to high. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, 1/3 cup coconut milk, 2 cloves chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and a pinch of salt. Let sit 10 minutes to “marinate”. Spread the cauliflower in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and broil for 3-4 minutes, until the cauliflower is just beginning to char on the edges.
3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook 5 minutes or until fragrant. Add the remaining garlic and ginger, cooking another 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. Add the tomato paste and remaining 2 cups coconut milk. Stir to combine, bring the sauce to a boil, cook 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in coconut oil. If the sauce seems thick, thin with 1/2 to 1/2 additional coconut milk or water.
6. Add the cauliflower and any juices on the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
7. Serve the cauliflower and sauce over bowls of rice with fresh naan and mango chutney, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

– For an extra flavorful char, ensure your broiler is fully preheated.
– Adjust the spice level by adding more or less curry powder and turmeric.
– If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a splash of water or extra coconut milk.
– Serve with basmati rice, naan bread, or your favorite grain for a complete meal.

Pro tips

• For an extra flavorful char, ensure your broiler is fully preheated.
• Adjust the spice level by adding more or less curry powder and turmeric.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a splash of water or extra coconut milk.
• Serve with basmati rice, naan bread, or your favorite grain for a complete meal.

Enjoy this remarkably simple yet deeply flavorful Indian Coconut Butter Cauliflower. It’s a testament to how quickly delicious, exotic meals can be prepared at home.

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