
Indian Butter Cauliflower (Cauliflower Makhani)
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Indian Butter Cauliflower (Cauliflower Makhani)
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Ingredients
- 1 pound bite sized cauliflower florets
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 3 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons minced ginger
- 1 ½ teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chile powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
- ⅔ cup heavy cream or ⅔ cup plain yogurt
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped cilantro, garnish
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Instructions
- Place cauliflower pieces in a mixing bowl and drizzle with oil. Add 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon coriander, a sprinkle of salt, and some cracked black pepper and toss together until cauliflower is well coated.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 ½ tablespoons butter.
- Add cauliflower and sear on all sides, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer cauliflower to a plate and set aside.
- Add remaining butter to skillet. Add shallot, garlic and ginger and sauté 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add remaining spices and continue to sauté for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir tomato puree into skillet and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add cauliflower back into skillet, season with salt and pepper and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until cauliflower has softened.
- Stir cream or yogurt into cauliflower mixture and simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until sauce is thick and creamy and cauliflower is tender but not mushy. Adjust seasonings.
- Top with chopped cilantro and serve over cilantro-basmati rice, with a side of grilled pita bread.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
151kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
27mg
(9%)
Sodium
46mg
(2%)
Potassium
394mg
(11%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
701IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
56mg
(62%)
Calcium
38mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 151kcal | 8% |
Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
Protein | 3g | 6% |
Fat | 13g | 20% |
Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
Sodium | 46mg | 2% |
Potassium | 394mg | 8% |
Fiber | 3g | 12% |
Sugar | 3g | 6% |
Vitamin A | 701IU | 14% |
Vitamin C | 56mg | 62% |
Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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