Vegan Cauliflower Tikka Masala
A simple cauliflower tikka masala made with roasted cauliflower and prepared tikka masala sauce for an easy, comforting Indian curry.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups tikka masala sauce
- 3 cups cauliflower chopped into florets
- 1 teaspoon oil
- ¼ teaspoon red chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garam masala powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Start by tossing the cauliflower florets with oil, salt, red chili powder, and garam masala.3 cups cauliflower , 1 teaspoon oil, ¼ teaspoon red chili powder, ¼ teaspoon garam masala powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Spread them out in a baking tray so they roast evenly instead of steaming. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until the edges turn golden and crisp.
- Once roasted, they should look lightly golden with crisp edges, and this texture holds up well in the sauce.
- Warm the tikka masala sauce in a pan on low heat.2 cups tikka masala sauce
- Add the roasted cauliflower and gently stir to coat each piece.
- Let the curry simmer for 3 to 5 minutes so that the flavors come together. This short simmer is enough, as overcooking can soften the cauliflower too much.
- Finish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon for extra freshness. Adjust seasoning and serve hot with piping hot steamed basmati rice or warm chapati.
Notes
Tested Tips from My Kitchen:
- Roast cauliflower in a single layer for better browning.
- Add cooked chickpeas for a heartier curry.
- Garnish with cilantro and lemon juice just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 689mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3918IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
