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Vegan Cauliflower Tikka Masala

Whether you're full vegan or just a supporter of meatfree Mondays, this cauliflower tikka masala adds warmth and spice to roasted cauliflower. So hearty and filling, you'll never miss the meat!
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Healthy eating is mostly about vegetables, vegetables, and more vegetables. Sure, there are some fruits, whole grains, and maybe a bite of dark chocolate or two... But, the more you fill yourself with vegetables, the less you'll want to eat the other stuff. Plus, veggies fill you up with fewer calories. Oh, and I guess there are vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. If you're into that sort of thing.

The more colorful the better, but don't forget about white! Cauliflower has a mild, slightly nutty flavor. If you need to add more veggies to your diet, give cauliflower a try! There are so many ways to prepare- riced, mashed, scalloped, roasted, or Buffalo-style. Plus, it makes a decent vegan substitute in many dishes. Some may even be happy dipping these raw florets into a giant bowl of ranch... Not this girl! No, thank you.

But, cooked cauliflower- now that's a horse of a different color! Especially when roasted...so good! 

This time, I decided to top roasted cauliflower florets with a flavorful sauce. Popular in Southeast Asia and Great Britain, tikka masala is a spiced curry sauce often served over chicken. This creamy, tomato-based dish is seasoned with a number of spices that add warmth and a bit of heat.

For a quick dish ready in about 30 minutes, roast the cauliflower while the sauce is simmering on the stove. Serve solo or with rice.

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Le Creuset Skillet with Cauliflower Tikki Masala

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Ingredients in Vegan Cauliflower Tikka Masala

  • Cauliflower
  • Onion
  • Tomato Paste
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Garlic
  • Butter (vegan)
  • Olive Oil
  • Milk (I used non dairy)
  • Cream (I used non dairy)
  • Dried Ginger
  • Galam Masala
  • Turmeric
  • Paprika
  • Cumin
  • Ground Coriander

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Roasted Cauliflower Florets on Aluminum Foil

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Basic Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted cauliflower has a mild flavor that goes well with many other dishes.

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Using high heat will help achieve crispier edges.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. This will cause steam, which leads to a mushy texture.
  4. Flip pieces about halfway through roasting time.

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Plate with half-eaten cauliflower tikka masala

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Craving more cauliflower recipes???

        - Orange-Glazed Cauliflower

        - Mashed Cauliflower

        - Cauliflower Rice

Vegan Cauliflower Tikka Masala

Whether you're full vegan or just a supporter of meatfree Mondays, this cauliflower tikka masala adds warmth and spice to roasted cauliflower. So hearty and filling, you'll never miss the meat!

Prep:
10
min
cook:
25
min
total:
35
min
Author:

Ingredients
  • 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into florets
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 Tbsp. butter (I used plant butter)
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. dried ginger (or 1 tsp. fresh)
  • 1/2 can of tomato sauce (14 oz.)
  • 1/2 can of tomato paste (4 oz.)
  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric
  • 1 tsp. galam masala
  • 1/2 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. non dairy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1/4 c. non dairy milk (I used oat milk)
  • Optional: chopped cilantro
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Then, lay in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until browned and fork tender.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Then, sauté the onions for 2-3 minutes. Add the butter and garlic and continue to sauté for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the ginger, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Next, add all of the spices. Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cream and milk. Then, add the cauliflower and mix until well-coated. Finally, garnish with chopped cilantro.

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