Cauliflower Tikka Masala | Cauliflower Tikka Masala Recipe | How to Make Cauliflower Tikka Masala

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Heat 1 litre water in a heavy skillet, add 600 grams cauliflower and stir well.

Blanch the cauliflower for 5 - 7 minutes.

Remove it from heat and drain the cauliflower.

Heat 30 milliliters oil in a pan, add 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds and stir well.

Then, add 45 grams gram flour and mix it well.

Cook for 5 - 7 minutes on medium heat.

Remove it from heat.

Now, add the boiled cauliflower in a mixing bowl, add the roasted gram flour mixture, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 tablespoon dry fenugreek leaves, 70 grams fresh cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 80 grams curd, 30 milliliters mustard oil and mix all the ingredients well.

Marinate for 30 minutes.

Transfer the marinated cauliflower on a baking tray and spread it evenly.

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C. Bake for 20 minutes.

Heat 30 milliliters oil in a heavy skillet, add 1 teaspoon cumin and stir well.

Then, add 220 grams onions and fry till translucent.

Add 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste and stir well.

Add 50 grams cashew paste and mix it well.

Cook for 3 - 5 minutes on medium heat.

Now, add 120 grams tomato puree and mix it well.

Add 170 grams bell pepper and mix it again.

Cook for 7 - 10 minutes on medium heat.

Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala and mix it well.

Now, add the baked cauliflower in it and mix it well.

Cook for another 3 - 5 minutes on medium heat.

Garnish with coriander.

Serve hot with naan.

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