Description
A flavorful and hearty vegan cauliflower curry made with tender cauliflower, aromatic spices, and coconut milk for a creamy, satisfying dish — perfect served over rice or with naan bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional for heat)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Rice or naan, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add the garlic and ginger to the pot and sauté for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the pot and stir to coat them in the spices.
- Pour in the coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the curry has thickened slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the curry over rice or with naan bread, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a creamier curry, add a spoonful of cashew cream or almond butter.
- This curry is great for meal prep — it stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezes for up to 2 months.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach, peas, or sweet potatoes for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan cauliflower curry, coconut milk curry, Indian curry, plant-based curry, cauliflower dish