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Butter Cauliflower

Butter Cauliflower - Creamy Vegetarian Comfort Food Delight

Butter Cauliflower is a rich and creamy vegetarian alternative to Butter Chicken.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a nice alternative.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (finely chopped) Provides a sweet flavor base.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Enhances aroma and adds depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger Ground ginger works too.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Concentrates tomato flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Delivers warming earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Divided.
  • 2 teaspoons Garam Masala Divided.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Mild flavor and vibrant color.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Provides gentle warmth.
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper (optional) Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 8 ounces Tomato Sauce Forms the liquid base.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used for non-vegetarians.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or full-fat canned coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Fresh or thawed frozen works well.
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch Acts as a thickening agent.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Basmati Rice Quinoa or cauliflower rice as alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the dish.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Adds a fresh burst for garnish.
  • ½ cup Whole-Milk Greek Yogurt Or vegan yogurt for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, corn starch, ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric, 2 teaspoons of garam masala, and ½ teaspoon of salt until smooth. Set it aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cauliflower florets and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and beginning to brown. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  3. In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the chopped yellow onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and remaining spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices and caramelize the tomato paste.
  5. Add the crushed tomato sauce and vegetable broth, stirring well. Simmer and then reduce to low. Stir in the heavy cream and return the cooked cauliflower to the pan.
  6. Allow the Butter Cauliflower to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to thicken the sauce.
  7. Serve your Butter Cauliflower over basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This dish holds up beautifully for meal prep and is ideal for busy weeknights.

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