Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tikka Masala Sauce

A show-stopping, globally inspired centerpiece. Brined in a bold blend of Custom Culinary® True Foundations® Tikka Masala Sauce and Vegetable Liquid Stock Concentrate, then roasted until golden. Served on a bed of Tikka Masala and finished with cilantro and yogurt drizzle for a vegetarian dish packed with depth and spice.

Made with

True Foundations^® Tikka Masala Sauce
True Foundations^® Liquid Vegetable Stock Concentrate

Chef's Tip

According to Datassential, 54% of U.S. consumers are interested in global sides and salads.

What You'll Need

Yield: 4 servings

Qty	Ingredient
	For the Tikka Masala Brine Marinade:
6 cups	water
2 Tbsp	Custom Culinary® True Foundations® Vegetable Liquid Stock Concentrate
½ cup	Custom Culinary® True Foundations® Tikka Masala Sauce
2 Tbsp	Kosher salt
1	whole head cauliflower (leaves and stem trimmed)
	For Seasoning & Roast Glaze:
2 Tbsp	olive oil
½ tsp	ground cumin
½ tsp	smoked paprika
¼ tsp	ground turmeric
1 cup	Custom Culinary® True Foundations® Tikka Masala Sauce (warmed)
	Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
	Optional: lime wedges or yogurt drizzle

Preparation

Marinate the Cauliflower: In a large container, whisk together water, vegetable stock concentrate, Tikka Masala Sauce, and salt until fully dissolved. Submerge the trimmed cauliflower head in the liquid. Cover and refrigerate for 8–12 hours. Remove cauliflower from brine and pat dry thoroughly.

Season & Roast: Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Rub the cauliflower all over with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric. Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan or cast iron skillet. Tent loosely with foil and roast for 35 minutes. Remove foil and continue roasting for 25–35 minutes, until deeply golden and tender throughout.

Glaze & Serve: During the last 10 minutes of roasting, baste generously with warm Tikka Masala Sauce. Once fully roasted, drizzle with remaining sauce and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with optional lime wedges or a yogurt drizzle