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Butter Cauliflower

Butter Cauliflower
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Butter Cauliflower is a delightful vegetarian dish that brings the rich, aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine right to your dinner table. This creamy cauliflower curry is a wonderful twist on the classic Butter Chicken, featuring tender cauliflower florets simmered in a spiced tomato cream sauce. With its warm and inviting flavors, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just about an hour, you can whip up this comforting meal that pairs beautifully with fluffy basmati rice and fresh yogurt. Once you try this Butter Cauliflower, it will surely become a staple in your home!

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. ground turmeric (divided)
  • 3 tsp. garam masala (divided)
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 tsp. corn starch
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil (divided)
  • 1 8-oz. can tomato sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, corn starch, cumin, half of the turmeric and garam masala.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the seasoned cauliflower until browned and tender.
  3. In the same skillet, add butter and onions; sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in garlic and ginger followed by tomato paste; cook until fragrant.
  5. Add remaining spices and tomato sauce with vegetable broth; bring to a boil then simmer.
  6. Stir in coconut milk and return sautéed cauliflower; simmer until thickened.
  7. Serve hot over basmati rice garnished with cilantro and yogurt.

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