Honey Curry Roasted Cauliflower – With Spiced Almonds
Directions
- 1Soak the cauliflower florets in a bowl of salted water for 10 minutes to remove debris and help seasoning stick.
- 2Drain and thoroughly pat the cauliflower florets dry to ensure crispiness.
- 3Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 4Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- 5In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil, warmed honey, curry powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 6Toss the ingredients well to coat the cauliflower florets evenly.
- 7Spread the seasoned cauliflower on the baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded to allow for proper roasting.
- 8Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden-brown and slightly crispy at the edges.
- 9For extra crispiness, optionally place the tray under the broiler for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- 10While the cauliflower roasts, heat a dry skillet over medium heat.
- 11Add the almonds to the skillet and toast for 3–4 minutes, stirring often, until they are lightly golden and fragrant.
- 12Remove the toasted almonds from heat and set aside.
- 13Once the cauliflower is done, transfer it to a serving dish.
- 14Sprinkle the toasted almonds and chopped fresh parsley or cilantro over the top.
- 15Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Ingredients
- 1 head large head of cauliflower, cut into medium florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1.5 tablespoons honey, slightly warmed
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.33 cup whole almonds (or slivered, roughly chopped)
- 1 handful fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Pinch chili flakes (if you want a touch of heat)
Equipment
large bowlbaking sheetparchment papersilicone baking matdry skilletserving dish
Tips
- Use high heat (425°F) for crisp edges and caramelization.
- Avoid crowding the pan to prevent steaming; use two trays if doubling the batch.
- Gently heat thick honey before mixing for even coating.
- Don't fear strong seasoning as flavors mellow in the oven.
- Experiment with other fresh herbs like flat-leaf parsley, mint, or dill.
- Cut florets roughly the same size for uniform roasting.
- Let the cauliflower rest briefly after roasting to settle flavors and maintain crispness.
- To get a deep golden color, use high heat and don 't skip the honey.
- For other nuts, try chopped walnuts, pecans, or cashews, and don 't skip toasting.
- If you don 't have curry powder, use a mix of turmeric, cumin, and coriander, or garam masala.
- Add chili flakes or cayenne for spiciness.
- When doubling the batch, use two trays to avoid overcrowding.
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