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25-Minute Vegan Indian Butter Cauliflower Bliss

A delicious vegan twist on butter chicken, featuring creamy coconut milk and crispy cauliflower, ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower cut into florets
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Full Fat Canned Coconut Milk rich creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh for best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated or ground
  • 2 tablespoons Arrowroot Starch can substitute cornstarch
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil or Ghee vegan ghee for fuller taste
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Curry Powder for added complexity
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric for color and flavor
  • 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes or fresh if in season
For Garnish
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and combine in a bowl with coconut milk, lime juice, and ginger. Toss to coat and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 450°F or air fryer to 390°F. Spread cauliflower on a baking sheet or air fryer basket. Sprinkle with arrowroot starch and salt, then roast for 7-10 minutes or air fry for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
  3. In a skillet, melt coconut oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Mix garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, and remaining salt; stir into skillet with onion and garlic. Add marinade and remaining coconut milk, simmer gently.
  5. Add canned diced tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, then blend the sauce until smooth.
  6. Mix the roasted cauliflower into the sauce, cook briefly, and serve hot, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to marinate the cauliflower for better flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste while cooking.

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