Cauliflower in Chilli Butter Sauce
Transform your dinner table with this irresistible recipe for *Cauliflower in Chilli Butter Sauce*, a spicy and flavorful side dish that's as easy to make as it is satisfying. This recipe features tender, golden cauliflower florets coated in a luscious butter sauce infused with the smoky warmth of paprika, a kick of red chilli flakes, and the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice. Balanced with aromatic garlic and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is a celebration of bold flavors and minimal ingredients. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish can shine as a standout side or even as a light vegetarian main course. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, it’s a must-try for lovers of spice and comfort food alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons Red chilli flakes
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Break the cauliflower into medium-sized florets, rinse thoroughly, and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the cauliflower florets in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil.
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the red chilli flakes and smoked paprika, and cook for another 30 seconds to release their flavors.
Add the blanched cauliflower to the skillet, tossing to coat the florets evenly in the chilli butter mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender and lightly golden in spots.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the cauliflower and toss well to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the cauliflower with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy as a light vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 830 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
