🇮🇳✨🇫🇷 Curried Cauliflower Gratin with Paneer & Gruyère

A fusion of French comfort and Indian spice: roasted cauliflower baked in a creamy curry sauce with golden paneer and melted Gruyère. Low-carb, rich in protein, and ready in 25 minutes!

⏱ Time: 25 mins
🍴 Servings: 4

🌿 Ingredients:

  • 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 200g paneer, cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp curry powder (mild or hot)
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ cup double cream (or coconut cream)
  • ½ cup grated Gruyère cheese (or mature Cheddar for a UK touch)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt & black pepper
  • Fresh coriander + parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Roast cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 200°C (400°F) for 12–15 mins.
2️⃣ In a skillet: melt butter, sauté garlic, curry powder + turmeric. Add cream + half the Gruyère. Stir into a smooth sauce.
3️⃣ Add roasted cauliflower + paneer to the skillet, coat well.
4️⃣ Transfer to baking dish, sprinkle with Gruyère + Parmesan.
5️⃣ Bake 8–10 mins until golden and bubbly.
6️⃣ Garnish with coriander + parsley. Serve hot!

📊 Nutrition (per serving, est.):

  • Calories: ~280 kcal
  • Protein: 16g
  • Carbs: 8g
  • Fat: 20g

💡 Pro Tips:

  • Swap paneer with halloumi for a salty British twist.
  • Serve with rocket salad to balance the richness.
  • Works as a main or a luxe side dish.

📌 Save this recipe — French indulgence meets Indian spice in one low-carb dish! 🇮🇳✨🇫🇷

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