Indian Spiced Cauliflower Recipe

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Ingredients

  • Ingredients
  • Garam masala is a mixture of north Indian spices like cinnamon, cumin, and nutmeg. Find it in the spice aisle.
  • 1 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 4 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 head cauliflower, broken up into small florets (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. turmeric
  • 1 Tbsp. garam masala
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable stock
  • 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350°. Spread walnuts on a sheet tray and toast until fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool, then roughly chop and set aside.

In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Lightly brown cauliflower, stirring frequently, then remove from skillet and transfer to a bowl. Add chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and cayenne pepper to the hot pan and toast lightly, about 30 seconds. Immediately add the vegetable stock, tomato paste, and salt; mix well. Stir in cauliflower and simmer for 2 minutes. Garnish with ground walnuts and serve.