Browned And Braised Cauliflower With Indian Spices Recipes

BROWNED AND BRAISED CAULIFLOWER WITH INDIAN SPICES

Steps:

• Heat large skillet over medium-high heat until pan is very hot, 3 to 4 minutes.
• Add canola oil, swirling pan to coat evenly.
• Add florets; saute, stirring occasionally, until they just begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add onions; continue sauteing until florets begin to brown and onions soften, about 4 minutes longer.
• Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and pepper flakes; saute until spices begin to toast and are fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
• Reduce heat to low and add lime juice, yogurt, and 1/4 cup water.
• Cover and cook until flavors meld, about 4 minutes.
• Add cilantro and peas (if using), toss to distribute, cover and saute until florets are fully tender but still offer some resistance to the tooth when sampled, about 2 minutes more.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

BRAISED CAULIFLOWER WITH CURRY AND YOGURT

Steps:

• 1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or sauté pan set over medium heat. Add the cauliflower and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the florets are lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in the curry powder and continue cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• 2. Add the thinned yogurt, cover the pan, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer until the florets are tender but still hold their shape, about 6 minutes. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste. If necessary, simmer, uncovered, to evaporate any remaining liquid in the pan. Serve immediately.

BRAISED CAULIFLOWER WITH BACON

Steps:

• Remove stem from cauliflower (but you can keep the leaves, if any -- they're delicious!).
• Sauté garlic and bacon in olive oil in a large heavy pot until lightly browned. Add onions and continue to sauté until onions are softened.
• Add cauliflower stem-side down. Pour tomatoes over and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low for about an hour or until done (will depend on size of cauliflower -- mine took about 70 minutes).
• Remove cauliflower, bring sauce to simmer and let reduce for a little while, then pour over cauliflower and serve.