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Butter Cauliflower

Delicious Butter Cauliflower That Will Melt Your Heart

This Butter Cauliflower is a comforting vegetarian dish that will melt your heart with its warm aroma and creamy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 medium head Cauliflower can swap for broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil substitute with vegetable or coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice lime juice can be used
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter vegan butter works for a dairy-free version
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion shallots can be an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic you can use powdered garlic as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger ground ginger can be used in lesser amounts
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste fresh tomatoes can be reduced as a substitute
  • 1 cup Canned Tomato Sauce crushed tomatoes can be used
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth chicken broth can be used for non-vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream full-fat coconut milk serves as a lighter alternative
For the Spices
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric saffron is an alternative but may alter taste
  • 2 teaspoons Garam Masala can use store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to your personal taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika can enhance depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon omit if desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional for heat
For Serving
  • 2 cups Basmati Rice quinoa makes a gluten-free alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro can substitute with parsley
  • 1/2 cup Whole-Milk Greek Yogurt opt for dairy-free yogurt if vegan

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Butter Cauliflower
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, corn starch, ground cumin, half of the ground turmeric and garam masala, and salt. Add the cauliflower florets and toss to coat. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated cauliflower and sauté for 7-8 minutes until tender and slightly browned. Sprinkle with remaining corn starch mixture and cook for another 7-8 minutes until charred.
  3. In the same skillet, lower heat and add remaining olive oil and unsalted butter. Sauté the chopped onion for about 8 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and tomato paste for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add the remaining turmeric, garam masala, and salt to the onion mixture along with paprika, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently to bloom the spices.
  5. Pour in canned tomato sauce and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil then simmer. Gradually stir in heavy cream and return cauliflower to the skillet. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  6. Serve the Butter Cauliflower over basmati rice, garnished with cilantro and Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.

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