If you’re looking for a simple yet delicious side dish for chapathi, this cauliflower curry is just perfect! Made with roasted cauliflower, a rich blend of spices, and a creamy masala paste, this gobhi masala is packed with flavor.
It pairs beautifully with roti, rice, or even poori. The best part? It’s super easy to make at home with basic ingredients.
Give it a try, and you’ll love every bite!

Cauliflower Curry
Ingredients
To roast cauliflower
To make masala paste
To make cauliflower curry
Instructions
Prep Work
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Cut cauliflower into small florets and soak in hot water. Drain well before using.
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Gather cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, fennel seeds, and bay leaf for cooking.
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Finely chop onions, ginger, garlic, and tomato for the masala paste.
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Mix cauliflower with salt, turmeric, and chilli powder. Roast in oil until slightly crisp.
Method
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Heat half of the oil in a pan. Add seasoned cauliflower and roast until golden brown. Set aside.
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In the same pan, add remaining oil and whole spices. Sauté until aromatic.
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Add chopped onions, garlic, ginger, cashews, and tomatoes. Cook until soft, then grind with water into a smooth paste.
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Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, then pour in the ground masala paste. Cook until oil separates.
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Stir in turmeric, kashmiri chilli powder, cumin, coriander, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
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Pour water into the pan and bring the curry to a simmer.
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Add roasted cauliflower and cooked peas to the pan. Mix well.
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Cover and let it cook until flavors blend. Stir occasionally.
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Crush kasuri methi and sprinkle it over the curry. Garnish with coriander leaves.
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Serve hot with chapathi, roti, or rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Sodium 320mg14%
- Potassium 480mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 6g12%
- Vitamin A 700 IU
- Vitamin C 48 mg
- Calcium 60 mg
- Iron 2 mg
- Magnesium 45 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.