Spicy Cauliflower & Halloumi Rice Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender spiced cauliflower and crispy halloumi cubes, combined with nutritious brown basmati rice and fresh spinach. This easy-to-make recipe balances warm curry spices with a hint of heat from red chili, perfect for a satisfying vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 small head cauliflower (500g), broken into medium florets
- 150g baby spinach
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, finely grated
- 1 red chilli, finely sliced
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp medium curry powder
Other Ingredients
- 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
- 120g halloumi, cut into cubes
- 2 x 250g pouches brown basmati rice
Instructions
- Cook Cauliflower and Spinach: Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5 minutes. During the last 2 minutes, add the baby spinach to the pan. Drain the vegetables and set them aside.
- Sauté Onion and Halloumi: Heat the rapeseed oil in a large frying pan or shallow casserole dish over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the halloumi cubes, cooking for another 5 minutes to get them golden and slightly crispy.
- Add Aromatics and Spices: Add the crushed garlic, grated ginger, ground turmeric, and curry powder to the pan. Cook everything for 1 minute more, stirring frequently to release the spices’ flavors.
- Combine with Rice and Vegetables: Stir in the brown basmati rice along with the cooked cauliflower and spinach, mixing thoroughly to warm through. If the mixture looks dry, add 1 tablespoon of water to loosen it up. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Scatter the finely sliced red chili over the dish for a fresh spicy kick. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated ginger and crushed garlic for the best flavor impact.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the red chili.
- Halloumi can be replaced with paneer or firm tofu for a different protein option.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure the curry powder used does not contain any gluten additives.
- Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving can enhance the flavors.
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