Browned And Braised Cauliflower With Indian Spices

Name: Browned And Braised Cauliflower With Indian Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 medium head cauliflower, decored, florets seperated and cut into pieces about an inch long; 1/2 medium onion, sliced thin; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1/4 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed (optional); salt & fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium head cauliflower, decored, florets seperated and cut into pieces about an inch long
1/2 medium onion, sliced thin
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/2 cup frozen green pea, thawed (optional)
salt & fresh ground pepper

1
Heat large skillet over medium-high heat until pan is very hot, 3 to 4 minutes.
2
Add canola oil, swirling pan to coat evenly.
3
Add florets; saute, stirring occasionally, until they just begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Add onions; continue sauteing until florets begin to brown and onions soften, about 4 minutes longer.
5
Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and pepper flakes; saute until spices begin to toast and are fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
6
Reduce heat to low and add lime juice, yogurt, and 1/4 cup water.
7
Cover and cook until flavors meld, about 4 minutes.
8
Add cilantro and peas (if using), toss to distribute, cover and saute until florets are fully tender but still offer some resistance to the tooth when sampled, about 2 minutes more.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 medium head cauliflower, decored, florets seperated and cut into pieces about an inch long, 1/2 medium onion, sliced thin, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Browned And Braised Cauliflower With Indian Spices falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!