Roasted Fish and Creamy Curried Cauliflower Recipe

Name: Roasted Fish and Creamy Curried Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 pieces Swai Fillet, (or Tilapia); 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; Salt And Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Garam Masala; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 1 whole Small Onion, Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1- 1/2 cup Chicken Stock; 2 heads Cauliflower, Cut Into Small Florets; 3 sprigs Madras Curry Powder; 3/4 cups Heavy Cream; ⅓ cups Apricot Preserves; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; Salt And Pepper; 1/4 cups Chopped Cilantro

Servings: persons

6 pieces Swai Fillet, (or Tilapia)
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
Salt And Pepper
3 Tablespoons Garam Masala
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Flour
1 whole Small Onion, Chopped
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1- 1/2 cup Chicken Stock
2 heads Cauliflower, Cut Into Small Florets
3 sprigs Madras Curry Powder
3/4 cups Heavy Cream
⅓ cups Apricot Preserves
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
Salt And Pepper
1/4 cups Chopped Cilantro

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Pat the fish fillets dry, then drizzle with oil.
3
Flip the fillets to coat in oil.
4
Sprinkle the fillets with salt and pepper, followed by the garam masala on both sides.
5
Place on a rimmed baking sheet and set aside.
6
For the curried cauliflower, place a large saucepot over medium heat.
7
Add the butter and flour.
8
Whisk and cook 1-2 minutes.
9
Add the onions.
10
Saute another 2-3 minutes, then add the garlic and saute one more minute.
11
Pour the chicken stock into the pot followed by the cauliflower florets.
12
Cover and steam 5-10 minutes, until the florets are slightly tender.
13
Put the fish fillets in the oven and roast for 10 minutes, 15 minutes for thicker fillets.
14
The fish should flake off when touched with a fork if cooked through.
15
Add the curry powder, cream, apricot preserve, cayenne and 1 teaspoon of salt to the cauliflower.
16
Stir and simmer another 10 minutes.
17
Once the sauce has thickened, salt and pepper to taste.
18
To plate, spoon the curried cauliflower into a bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro.
19
Place a fish fillet on top.
20
Serve warm.

422

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 pieces Swai Fillet, (or Tilapia), 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Salt And Pepper, 3 Tablespoons Garam Masala, and more.

Yes, Roasted Fish and Creamy Curried Cauliflower falls under the Seafood 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.

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Roasted Fish and Creamy Curried Cauliflower

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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