Malai Cauliflower Recipe

Name: Malai Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 750 g cauliflower; 4 tablespoons oil or 4 tablespoons ghee; 3 tablespoons powdered milk; 2 pinches sugar (optional); 1 12 onions; 12 mm. piece ginger (1/2-inch, adrak); 3 garlic cloves (lehsun); 4 -5 green chilies; 12 mm. cinnamon sticks (1/2-inch, dalchini); 2 cardamoms (elaichi); 1 clove (laung or lavang)

Servings: persons

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1.Cut the cauliflower into florettes.
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Boil in a broad vessel in salted water taking care to see that the cauliflower remains firm.
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2.Make a paste of the powdered milk with 3/4 teacup of water.
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3.Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and fry the cauliflower for 3 to 4 minutes.
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4.Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil.
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Add the paste and garam masala and fry until the oil comes on top.
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5.Add the milk powder paste and cook till the mixture looks like crumbled paneer.
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6.Now add the boiled cauliflower and 1 teacup of water and simmer for 5 minutes until the gravy thickens.
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7.Taste and if desired, add the sugar.
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8.Serve hot with rice or chapatis.

1483

kcal

Calories

Fat

384

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 750 g cauliflower, 4 tablespoons oil or 4 tablespoons ghee, 3 tablespoons powdered milk, 2 pinches sugar (optional), and more.

Yes, Malai Cauliflower 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!

Malai Cauliflower

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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