Tandoori Cauliflower Steak

1 large cauliflower large trimmed and cut into thick steaks

  • 1 Tablespoon tandoori mix - can be powder or paste (shaan masala)

  • 1 tsp Salt

  • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste (1 ginger piece and 4-5 garlic cloves blended together)

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt or you can substitute with coconut milk

  • 1 large green pepper cubed

  • Half onion cubed

  • 1 Lime

  1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Immerse the cauliflower steaks in water for about 4 minutes till it is tender, but do not overcook. Carefully remove the steaks and drain the water. It should still be firm.

  2. Dry the steaks on a paper towel.

  3. Mix the yogurt, tandoori paste, ginger garlic paste and some salt. You can add a teaspoon of flour if the marinade is not thick enough. Brush marinade over both sides of the cauliflower steaks.

  4. Leave the cauliflower steaks to marinate for 2 to 3 hours in a cool place covered on the counter. You can also leave it in the refrigerator overnight.

  5. Arrange the steaks on a foil tray, but make sure it is fairly dry and there is not much liquid from the yogurt marinade.

  6. Broil in oven till the cauliflower is charred usually 8-10 minutes on each side

  7. Saute green pepper and onions with salt and pepper till cooked.

  8. Serve cauliflower with green pepper, onions and lime on a plate

INDIANRupa Mahadevan