Description
Butter Cauliflower is a rich and flavorful Indian-inspired dish featuring tender cauliflower florets cooked in a spiced creamy butter sauce. This comforting vegetarian recipe combines aromatic spices like turmeric, coriander, garam masala, and chili powder with garlic, ginger, and heavy cream to create a luscious dish perfect as a side or a main. It is simple to prepare and full of vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 2 pounds)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Spices
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt (to taste)
Dairy
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Cut the large head of cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- Sauté Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Cook Garlic and Ginger: Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Spices: Sprinkle turmeric powder, ground coriander, garam masala, and chili powder into the skillet. Stir well and toast the spices for about 1 minute to release their aroma.
- Cook Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet and toss them thoroughly in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes to let the cauliflower slightly soften.
- Add Cream and Season: Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt to taste. Stir to ensure the cauliflower is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
- Final Taste and Garnish: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust chili powder according to your preference for spiciness.
- Use full-fat heavy cream for the richest flavor and texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a cream alternative.
- This dish pairs well with basmati rice or Indian bread like naan or roti.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stove or in a microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing and simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 180g)
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Butter Cauliflower, Indian vegetarian recipe, spiced cauliflower, creamy cauliflower dish, garam masala cauliflower
