Indian-Style Cauliflower Recipe 🥘
Overview:
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥄 Servings: 6 servings
Description:
Inspired by a delightful dish from the “Live Longer Cookbook” by Readers’ Digest, this Indian-style cauliflower recipe is bursting with flavor and perfect for both vegetarians and omnivores alike. It’s a dish that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also packs a nutritional punch, making it a wonderful addition to any mealtime spread. Best of all, it’s versatile enough to be served fresh or prepared ahead, with leftovers tasting even better the next day. Pair it with roast chicken, couscous, or rice for a truly satisfying meal experience.
Ingredients:
- 1 yellow onion
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chutney
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 cauliflower head
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- Red pepper sauce (to taste)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Peel and dice the yellow onion.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets.
- Measure out the chutney, mustard, dried basil, ground ginger, cumin, salt, ground cinnamon, curry powder, frozen green peas, cornstarch, white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and red pepper sauce.
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Cook Onion and Spices:
- In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, combine the diced onion, low-sodium chicken broth, chutney, Dijon mustard, dried basil, ground ginger, cumin, salt, ground cinnamon, and curry powder.
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Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 6 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Add Cauliflower:
- Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes over moderately low heat.
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Incorporate Peas:
- Once the cauliflower is tender but still crisp, add the frozen green peas to the skillet. Cover again and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the cauliflower is cooked to your desired tenderness.
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Thicken Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the skillet along with the white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and red pepper sauce. Cook for an additional minute, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens.
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Serve:
- Serve the Indian-style cauliflower hot or at room temperature, depending on your preference. It’s delicious either way!
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Vegetarian Option:
- For a vegetarian version, simply substitute the low-sodium chicken broth with vegetable stock for an equally flavorful dish.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 84.8
- Fat: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0.6mg
- Sodium: 322.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.8g
- Fiber: 4.6g
- Sugar: 5.5g
- Protein: 5.2g
This Indian-style cauliflower dish is a culinary journey through vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. Enjoy the aromatic spices and tender cauliflower florets as they come together in perfect harmony on your plate!
