Creamy Keto Chicken Korma with Cauliflower 'Mac'
A sophisticated Indian-inspired comfort dish featuring a yogurt-based gravy thickened with pureed vegetables over cauliflower florets.

Total
1h 15m
Prep
35 min
Cook
40 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs, boneless and skinless, cubed
- 1 large head Cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt, full-fat and plain
- 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
- 1 tbsp Garlic Paste
- 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
- 3 tbsp Ghee or Clarified Butter
- 2 tsp Garam Masala
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 0.25 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro, chopped(optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, marinate the chicken cubes with half of the yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, and a pinch of salt. Let it sit for 25 minutes while you prep the vegetables.
- 2
Steam the cauliflower florets for 8-10 minutes until tender but not mushy. Take 1 cup of the steamed cauliflower and blend it with the remaining yogurt and heavy cream until completely smooth to create the thickening base.
- 3
Heat ghee in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onions for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. Add the coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, toasting the spices for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes. Pour in the pureed cauliflower and yogurt mixture. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 5
Place the remaining steamed cauliflower florets in a serving dish. Pour the creamy chicken korma over the cauliflower 'mac' and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
485
24% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 12 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
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