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Pan-Seared Cauliflower with tomato and cream

The kind of Indian plate you make on repeat. tomato and cream, a proper sear, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.7 from 610 cooks
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Serves6
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Pan-Seared Cauliflower with tomato and cream
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the tomato and cream elements, and pat the cauliflower dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the cauliflower and sear until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the ghee and the rest of the tomato and cream flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the carrots along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the chopped coriander and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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