Indian Butter Cauliflower (Cauliflower Makhani)

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Indian Butter Cauliflower (Cauliflower Makhani)

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 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
  • cup heavy cream or ⅔ cup plain yogurt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped cilantro, garnish
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Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 ½ tablespoons butter.
  3. Add cauliflower and sear on all sides, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer cauliflower to a plate and set aside.
  5. Add remaining butter to skillet. Add shallot, garlic and ginger and sauté 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Add remaining spices and continue to sauté for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Stir tomato puree into skillet and lightly season with salt and pepper.
  8. Lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  9. Add cauliflower back into skillet, season with salt and pepper and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until cauliflower has softened.
  10. 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.
  11. 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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