CAULIFLOWER TIKKA MASALA

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I'm a vegetarian and I always find it challenging to find new recipes. This cauliflower tikka masala is my easy take on the original. It's made healthy by the use of an air fryer and pressure cooker. -Garima Arora, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup salted cashews
4 cardamom pods
2 whole cloves
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup whole milk or water
2 tablespoons almond flour
1 tablespoon ground fenugreek
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
Fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir cauliflower, mustard, paprika, turmeric and garam masala until crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes. Remove and keep warm., For masala, add oil to pressure cooker. When hot, add onion, cashews, cardamom and cloves. Cook and stir until onion is tender, 4-5 minutes. Add tomatoes and 1/2 cup water. Press cancel. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 5 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 5 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. Discard cardamom and cloves. Cool sauce slightly; transfer to a food processor. Process until smooth. Return to pressure cooker., Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir 1 minute. Add milk, almond flour, fenugreek, maple syrup, salt, garam masala and cayenne; simmer, uncovered, until mixture is slightly thickened, 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Press cancel. Stir in yogurt and cauliflower; heat through. Sprinkle with cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Odulana Zainab
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This was the best cauliflower tikka masala I've ever had! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the cauliflower was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again!


Poppy Louise
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The cauliflower was cooked well and the overall flavor was good. I would recommend trying this recipe if you're a fan of spicy food.


Asma Aama begom
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This was a good recipe, but I made a few changes. I used a different type of cauliflower and I added some extra spices. The end result was a delicious and flavorful dish that I would definitely make again.


Jogindra Yadav
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. The cauliflower is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indian food.


Ebenezer Adekunjo
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Vivo Vivo
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so flavorful and the cauliflower is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


steven zimmerman
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This was AMAZING!!!


sani haruna
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Meh.


Malik Murtajiz
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Not bad! I made this for dinner last night and it was pretty good. The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The cauliflower was cooked well and the overall flavor was good.


Muhammad Zada
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the creamy sauce and the tender cauliflower. It was also really easy to make, which is always a bonus. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Modeanu Emmanu
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This cauliflower tikka masala was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, with a perfect blend of spices and a creamy, rich sauce. The cauliflower was cooked to perfection, with a slight crunch that added a nice textural contr