Cauliflower Curry

A creamy cauliflower curry with roasted cauliflower, spiced yogurt sauce, toasted almonds, and caramelized raisins. Comforting, hearty, and easy to make.

Prep Time50

Cook Time40

Total Time55

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Servings:

Calories: 351kcal

Ingredients

Main curry

Main Curry
2 large cauliflowers
5 tablespoons rapeseed or vegetable oil divided
Salt to taste
2 large brown onions thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves finely chopped
2 in fresh ginger grated
½ teaspoon ground cardamom or seeds from 8 pods
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons garam masala
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons ground almonds
1 –1¼ cups milk dairy or unsweetened plant milk
¾ cup Greek yogurt
Topping
2 oz raisins
A handful of flaked almonds

Topping

2 oz raisins
A handful of flaked almonds

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Break cauliflower into florets and spread across 2 trays. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons oil, season with salt, and toss. Roast 30–40 minutes, stirring once, until tender and golden. If browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Cook the onion base: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook 8 minutes until softened and lightly colored. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking 2 minutes more.
Add the spices: Sprinkle in cardamom, cumin, coriander, garam masala, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Make the sauce: Lower the heat. Stir in ground almonds, then pour in 1 cup milk. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off heat, then stir in yogurt until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
Combine cauliflower and sauce: Add roasted cauliflower to the pan and coat in the sauce. If needed, add a splash more milk to loosen.
Toast raisins and almonds: In a small pan, heat raisins for 2–3 minutes until puffed and darkened. Stir in flaked almonds and toast 1 minute. Remove from heat.
Serve: Transfer curry to a dish. Scatter raisins and almonds on top. Serve hot with rice or chapattis.

Notes

Make ahead: The curry base can be prepared a day ahead; add roasted cauliflower just before serving.
Yogurt tip: Use full-fat Greek yogurt to avoid splitting when stirred in.
Vegan option: Swap yogurt for unsweetened coconut yogurt and use plant milk.
Serving ideas: Best with basmati rice, chapattis, or naan.

Twist Ideas

Spicier: Add fresh green chilies or stir in chili flakes with the spices.
Sweeter: Use golden raisins or sultanas for a lighter, fruity finish.
Nutty: Swap ground almonds for cashew paste for a creamier sauce.
Fusion: Stir in roasted sweet potatoes or chickpeas for added bulk.
Fresh lift: Top with cilantro or squeeze lemon juice before serving.

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