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Tandoori Cauliflower (Gobi Tikka)
Tandoori Cauliflower (Gobi Tikka) is made by marinating cauliflower florets in a spiced yogurt mixture containing ginger, garlic, and a variety of Indian spices including garam masala and Kashmiri red chili powder. The marinated florets are cooked by air frying or oven roasting to yield tender pieces with a vibrant red exterior and flavorful coating. The inclusion of fenugreek leaves and optional spices adds depth to the marinade.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
77 kcal
Course:
Side Dish, Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower Gobi
- neutral cooking oil for brushing, generic cooking oil
- lime to garnish, wedges
- cilantro chopped, to garnish, leaves
For the marinade
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or thick yogurt
- 1 tablespoon gram flour optional, aka besan
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 2 teaspoon lemon juice or lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder mild, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder ground, aka Haldi powder
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala optional
- 1 tablespoon fenugreek leaves optional, dried, aka Kasoori Methi
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder optional, aka Jeera powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ajwain seeds optional, aka carom seeds
Instructions
- Rinse the cauliflower under tap water and wipe it dry. Cut and discard the stem. Then cut the cauliflower into 1 inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients for the marinade to get a smooth paste like consistency.
- Add the cauliflower florets and mix well so they get coated with the marinade.
- (optional) If you like, you can thread the cauliflowers into skewers.
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Air Fryer Method
- Transfer the cauliflower florets to the air fryer basket. Arrange them in a single layer. Cook in multiple batches if needed.Brush with oil and bake at 360°F (or 180℃) for 18 mins. Shake in between at 10 minutes. (Note: Check after 16 minutes and adjust cooking time as needed)
Oven Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F/ 200°C. Place the cauliflower florets in a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread them in a single layer. Brush or spray with oil.Roast the tandoori gobi for 18-20 minutes. Now set the oven to “broil” and cook for 3 more minutes.
Serve
- When done, remove the roasted tandoori cauliflower to a serving platter. Garnish with lime wedges and onion rings. Enjoy with chutney as an appetizer or as a side dish.
Notes
- Adjust spiciness by reducing or skipping Kashmiri red chili powder and/or garam masala.
- Gram flour can be substituted with all-purpose or rice flour to help the marinade stick.
- Oil can be omitted for an oil-free version; the flavor remains but roasting results differ.
- Kashmiri red chili powder can be replaced with paprika for milder color and heat.
Nutrition Information
Calories
77kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Trans Fat
0.003g
(0%)
Cholesterol
1mg
(0%)
Sodium
644mg
(27%)
Potassium
521mg
(11%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
157IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
70mg
(78%)
Calcium
71mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 77
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 77kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 644mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 521mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 157IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 70mg | 78% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.