Elevate the humble cauliflower to new flavor heights with this irresistible gravy recipe. Packed with warming spices, tangy tomatoes and a luscious cashew-coconut base, it’s a creamy, comforting delight.
About the Recipe
If you’re looking for a tasty way to switch up your usual veggie offerings, this cauliflower gravy is a real game changer. It transforms humble cauliflower into a sumptuous, gravy-coated treat with incredible depth of flavor. The combination of spices adds layers of warmth while cashews and coconut create an irresistibly creamy, nutty base.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There are so many reasons to love this tasty cauliflower dish. First, it makes brilliant use of an inexpensive veggie. The spice blend is without a doubt crave-able, giving you layers of warmth. And the creamy cashew coconut base? just divine.
Cauliflower Gravy
Cooking Tips
For the best texture, cook the gravy uncovered for the last 5-7 minutes to allow some of the liquid to evaporate and thicken up. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Garnish with plenty of freshly chopped cilantro for a vibrant pop of color and flavor.
Serving and Storing Suggestions
This cauliflower curry makes a fantastic vegetarian main served over basmati rice or with fresh roti or naan on the side. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3-4 days. Makes 4 hearty servings. Total hands-on prep time: 25 minutes.
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Nutrient Benefits
Cauliflower is low in calories but loaded with nutrients like vitamin C, K, B6, fiber and antioxidants. The cashews provide heart-healthy fats while the spices like turmeric, cinnamon and cloves offer anti-inflammatory benefits.
Cauliflower Gravy
Ingredients
- 1 Cauliflower (medium size, washed, separated into florets, chopped)
- 4 Onions (finely chopped)
- 8 cloves Garlic
- 10 Cashewnuts
- 8 Dry Red Chillies
- 1 pc Cinnamon (one inch)
- 1 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 2 Cloves
- 1 tsp Coriander Seeds
- 1 cup Coconut (grated)
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tbsp Gasa Gasa
- 2 Tomatoes (pureed)
- Coriander Leaves (few, chopped)
- 3 tbsp Oil
- Salt as per taste
Instructions
- Grind together onions and garlic to a coarse paste.
- Keep aside.
- Grind together cashewnuts, dry red chillies, salt, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, coconut and turmeric powder to a fine paste.
- Keep aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, onion-garlic mixture, ground masala paste, tomato puree and mix well.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium flame.
- Stir-fry the cauliflowers for 30 to 45 seconds.
- Pour 1 cup of water and cover with a lid.
- Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring from time to time to make sure the ingredients do not stick to the sides and bottom.
- Remove the lid when the cauliflower is cooked and a nice gravy is formed.
- Garnish with coriander leaves.
- Serve as a side dish to roti, chapati or with rice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this dish vegan?
Surely. merely omit the cashews or use a plant-based milk instead to achieve that creamy texture. You may need to adjust spices a bit, but it’s an easy vegan adaptation.
What are some good side dish options?
This rich cauliflower gravy pairs beautifully with fresh naan or roti bread for scooping and dipping. A bright, acidic salad like kachumber or cucumber raita would provide a nice contrast too. Basmati rice makes a classic accompaniment as well.
My family isn’t big on heat – can I reduce the spice?
For sure. This recipe has a nice kick from the dried red chiles. Feel free to reduce or omit them altogether for a milder version more suitable for sensitive palates.
How can I give this dish more protein?
If you want to amp up the protein content, stir in some cooked lentils or chickpeas toward the end of cooking. They’ll soak up all those yummy flavors. Cubed paneer or firm tofu are other tasty plant-based protein options.
Is there a shortcut to speed things up?
While freshly toasted and ground spices give unbeatable flavor, you can use a good-quality garam masala spice blend from the grocery store in a pinch to save some time. Just taste and adjust other seasonings as needed.
1 comment
Good recipe.