This spicy cauliflower stir-fry is a quick and flavorful dish, combining tender cauliflower florets with the bold heat of chili flakes and the tang of tomato purée. Enhanced by the aromatic presence of garlic and the freshness of mint or spring onions, this dish offers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and tangy flavors. Lightly cooked to retain the cauliflower’s texture, it makes for a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with rice, flatbreads, or even as a standalone snack. With simple substitutions for ingredients, it’s easy to adapt and prepare in any kitchen.
Cauliflower Chilli Fry
4
servings10
minutes20
minutesSpice up your meals with this quick and flavorful cauliflower stir-fry recipe. Packed with bold flavors and easy to adapt, it’s a versatile side dish or snack option.
Ingredients
Cauliflower – 1 (medium size)
Chilli flakes – 2 teaspoons
Pepper Powder – 1 teaspoon
Garlic flakes – 5 to 6 (small size)
Tomato puree – 2 to 3 tablespoons
Oil – 1 tablespoon
Mint leaves or spring onion – few
Salt – 1 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Cut the cauliflower into florets. Boil the florets in water with a pinch of salt for a few seconds, then remove and set aside.
- Finely chop the garlic, mint leaves, or spring onions.
- Heat oil in a pan, add the garlic, and sauté briefly. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water and continue frying until the water evaporates.
- Introduce the cauliflower with another 2 to 3 tablespoons of water and fry briefly.
- Stir in chili flakes and salt. Next, add tomato purée and combine well.
- Incorporate the chopped mint or spring onions and fry until the mixture is dry. Finish by adding pepper powder, toss everything well, and then remove from heat.
Notes
- Tomato ketchup can be substituted for tomato purée. If purée is unavailable, boil a large ripe tomato for five minutes, peel, cool, and then blend into a fine purée. If chili flakes are unavailable, coarsely grind 3 to 4 red chilies in a mixer.
Its a delicious cauliflower dish in a new way thankyou
Looks delicious and simple enough for me to make. I will give it a try