Cauliflower Curry

This satisfying vegetarian cauliflower curry is fresh and bright tasting, with a subtle coconut flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 3 small plum tomatoes

  • 3 large garlic cloves

  • One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil

  • 2 teaspoons garam masala

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 head of cauliflower (1 1/2 pounds), cut into florets

  • 1 long Indian green chile or Thai bird chile, sliced, plus more for serving

  • Kosher salt

  • Pepper

  • Steamed basmati rice, plain yogurt, and lime pickle, for serving

Directions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the onion, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger until a paste forms. In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion paste, and cook over moderately high heat, stirring often, until the paste is thickened, about 10 minutes.

  2. Add the garam masala and turmeric, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cauliflower, chile, and 2 cups of water. Season generously with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over moderately low heat until the cauliflower is just tender, about 10 minutes. Serve with rice, yogurt, lime pickle, and sliced chiles.

Yields: 4

total Time: 40 minutes