Tandoori Malai Broccoli is a quick to make tasty snack that is also Gluten Free. Made in the Tandoor or Oven to serve at parties or potluck.
As mentioned on my the Broccoli Pakoda and other Broccoli dishes, my little one is a great fan of Broccoli and (thankfully) unlike other picky kids, she prefers Broccoli at home or when eating out. So, we happened to sample this Tandoori Malai Broccoli at a new restaurant that had opened recently. Although Broccoli is not much (read, at all) relished by the husband and the elder one, we were all smitten with the flavours and the smoky nuttiness of the dish.
On the way home, the younger one asked me to open my phone and check for the recipe ! Lol… And yes, she wanted to eat it again the next day and the next 🙂 I ignored her demands for a couple of days but finally made it the following weekend and it comes together pretty quickly and we loved it a LOT !!
Considering that it was a new dish, I made a small batch, but in season I am sure to make this pretty often. This can be the next party pleaser at your home, and so do make it for any broccoli lovers at home and let me know how you like it. Another version of Tandoori Gobi is made similarly but is entirely Gluten free and that's a delish appetiser too.
5 benefits of eating broccoli regularly:
- High in antioxidants - helps fight free radicals.
- They bioactive compounds present in broccoli help to fight inflammation in the body
- Anti oxidants and fiber help with Blood Sugar control
- Broccoli being fibre rich helps fight constipation
- High in Vitamin C.
Other Broccoli dishes on the blog:
- Vegetarian Steamed Dimsums
- Roasted Bell Pepper-Broccoli Salad with Feta and Orange Vinaigrette
- Bolivian Purple Cabbage Salad with Broccoli (Vegan,GF)
- Broccoli and Apple Garden Salad
- Broccoli Pepper Corn Pizza
- Lemony Broccoli Stir Fry
- Stuffed Broccoli-Palak Parathas
- Healthy Broccoli Soup
More of these flourless / tandoori bakes on the blog that can work for your #potluck are:
- Baked Gobi Manchurian
- Idli Manchurian
- Paneer Manchurian
- Baked Cornflakes Chivda
- Baked Falafels
- Cajun Spiced Cheesy Aubergine Pizza
- Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes,
- Baked Tandoori Veg Platter
- Baked Shammi Kebabs
- Baked Gobi Musallam
And many more dishes from the Mughlai Cuisine:
- Dahi ke kabab
- Nargisi Kofta Curry (Side dish for Rotis)
- Paneer Bharwa Shimla Mirch
- Cabbage Channadal Kofta Curry
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Tandoori Malai Broccoli
GF snack (vegan tips included!) ; course : appetiser/ sides
Cuisine : Indian Tandoori ; spice level : mild to medium
Prep time - 15 mins, Resting time - 30-45 mins,
Baking time - 12~15 mins (varies from oven to oven)
Serves : 2~3
What you need to make Tandoori Malai Broccoli | Quick Party Appetisers:
- 200 grams Broccoli (Tender, firm, green)
- 100 grams Hung yoghurt (slightly sour would work too -vegans can use Vegan yoghurt , Cheese n Cream too with varied results}
- 3 tablespoon Cream
- 3 tablespoon Processed Cheese (Grated,Can add more if preferred)
- 3 tablespoon Neutral oil (divided use)
- 1 teaspoon White pepper powder (adjust spice)
- ½ teaspoon Chilli flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Sugar (opt.)
- ⅛ teaspoon Mace powder
- ¼ teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
How to make Tandoori Malai Broccoli:
- Wash and cut broccoli to medium sized florets (don’t make them bite sized / tiny - the flavours will be lost)
- In a pan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil with a tiny pinch of salt and ½ teaspoon of sugar, add the broccoli. Blanch for less than 2-3 mins and place immediately in cold water for 3-4 mins to retain their crunch and colour.
- Drain throughly and pat them dry gently with a kitchen towel without breaking the florets.
- In a bowl, add all the other ingredients including half the oil and whisk well. Add the blanched and drained broccoli and gently coat the florets with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30-45 mins.
- Towards the end of the marination, preheat oven to 170C. place the marinated broccoli gently on a lined baking pan. Bake for 12~15 mins, and broil for the last 1 min, keeping an eye on them constantly. You can airfry them as well
- Serve with mint chutney and/or salad and lemon wedges.
Tandoori Malai Broccoli
Ingredients
- 200 grams Broccoli Tender, firm, green
- 100 grams Hung yoghurt (slightly sour would work too -vegans can use Vegan yoghurt - Cheese n Cream too with varied results}
- 3 tablespoon Cream
- 3 tablespoon Grated cheese Grated,Can add more if preferred
- 3 tablespoon Neutral oil divided use
- 1 teaspoon White pepper powder adjust spice
- ½ teaspoon Red Chilli Flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon sugar opt.
- ⅛ teaspoon Mace powder
- ¼ teaspoon Cardamom powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Wash and cut broccoli to medium sized florets (don’t make them bite sized / tiny - the flavours will be lost)
- In a pan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil with a tiny pinch of salt and ½ teaspoon of sugar, add the broccoli. Blanch for less than 2-3 mins and place immediately in cold water for 3-4 mins to retain their crunch and colour.
- Drain throughly and pat them dry gently with a kitchen towel without breaking the florets.
- In a bowl, add all the other ingredients including half the oil and whisk well. Add the blanched and drained broccoli and gently coat the florets with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30-45 mins.
- Towards the end of the marination, preheat oven to 170C. place the marinated broccoli gently on a lined baking pan. Bake for 12~15 mins, and broil for the last 1 min, keeping an eye on them constantly. You can airfry them as well
- Serve with mint chutney and/or salad and lemon wedges.
vaishali sabnani says
The tandoori broccoli looks fantastic , I am not a great fan of broccoli , but this is one version that I like and order in restaurants . It is really delicious and sounds super simple to make .
Excellent share !
Srivalli says
Those broccoli starters look so good and its still fantastic knowing your kid loves such a healthy one..:)
Priya Iyer says
Yummmm! I'm a big fan of well-done Tandoori Malai Broccoli. Yours look just perfect!
Gayathri Kumar says
What a healthy treat. I could do the same with cauliflower as we are getting some beautiful cauliflowers now. The cheese and cream would make this a sensational dish.
Priya Suresh says
Tandoori malai broccoli, while reading the name itself its tempts me a lot, what a fabulous idea to make tandoori style dishes with broccoli. Brilliant.
Nalini's Kitchen says
Such a healthy and guilt free snack cum appetizer.
Rafeeda AR says
Totally love your baked broccoli... looks so crunchy and so full of flavor!
Pavani says
Kalyani, my daughter is exactly like your little one. She would go Gaga over this baked broccoli. I am going to try this for her some time soon.
Sujata Roy says
Baked broccoli looks so tempting. Perfect starter for party. Healthy as well as delicious.
www.annapurnaz.in says
This whole platter is for me Kalyani.I love tandoori broccoli, but sadly there is no taker of broccoli in my home. So I don't make it and just depend on some restaurant food only to satiate myself. Lovely share... I'll make it now for myself ????
Mayuri Patel says
Enjoying broccoli in the form of tandoori broccoli sounds so delicious. With cheese and yogurt, so different.
Unknown says
This looks super yum. My son will definitely as a snack.
Unknown says
This looks super yum. My Son will definitely love it as a snack.
Swati says
Tandoori Broccoli bites look so yumm, perfect for potluck!! Easy to make, healthy and delicious!!
Priya Srinivasan - I Camp in My Kitchen says
Oh yumm kalyani, tandori broccoli looks inviting! A perfect starter for parties!
mildly indian says
Wow tandoori items are such a treat.I am not so sure how much it will survive on the way if i take to a potluck as i am sure i will just keep eating just one more each time. superb share
Poonam Bachhav says
Broccoli is a happy veggie in my family. I just look for different ways of adding it to our diet. Your tandoori version would be a super hot at my place for sure. Thanks for the share.
CookwithRenu says
This looks so yummy and delicious and with all that spices is sure to please anyone. Glad that your little one insisted, we have a new dish.
Vidya Narayan says
This is one of our go to low cal meal dinner option at home and quite filling too with a bowl of soup. Your little one is exactly like my husband, broccoli fan. count your blessings, the child is eating healthy veggies without fuss.
Varada's Kitchen says
Lovely recipe Kalyani. It would be a hit in my house. I have to try it.
veena says
I remember once we had this in Hotel Leela palace and have been ever since then wanting to bake this. Now that I have got your recipe, will surely bake this. Lovely share Kal
Chef Mireille says
I love all broccoli recipes and this looks fantastic!
Suma Gandlur says
This tandoori twist to broccoli sounds interesting. Must be quite good too, going by your little one's demands.
Pavani says
Tandoori with broccoli sounds interesting and looks yummy. Thanks for sharing.
Sasmita says
Tandoori Malai Broccoli are looking so so tempting dear Kalyani !!! How can a fussy eater can deny to have these Awesome pick for theme
Archana says
Here I was thinking I commented.
I love the taste Kalyani n I am sure it will be really enjoyed at home so will try it out
Shobha Keshwani says
Wow ! I am loving this shahi avatar of broccoli. We are broccoli fans and this is going to be on our plates soon.
Kalyani says
Thank you, Shobha. Do try it whenever possible
Mayuri Patel says
A fun way to enjoy broccoli, no wonder you kiddo wanted you to make it. The sourness from the yogurt, the spices all add so much flavour. I'm not a big fan of broccoli but I wouldn't mind enjoying tandoori malai broccoli.
Kalyani says
ha ha ! true, she wouldn't let me till I made it 🙂 do try this..
Mina Joshi says
This is such a healthy recipe which can be served as a snack. I love the flavours you have used to marinade the broccoli.
Kalyani says
Thanks Mina, the marinade is the key here.
Jayashree says
Lovely snack with broccoli. It sounds so flavoursome. Good that your little one enjoys broccoli.
Kalyani says
Thank you, Jayashree !
Amrita Roy says
Tandoori malai broccoli sounds an interesting appetizer. I can just pair with a bowl of soup or bread. we love broccoli and will definitely try this recipe.
Kalyani says
thanks, do try it Amrita. am sure you would like it
Priya vj says
Tandoori broccoli bites is what V loves and your recipe will be a hit with him. I would try to replicate this version with cauliflower for me and broccoli for him 🙂
Kalyani says
great, do try !
Seema Sriram says
Tandoori malai broccoli was a superhit at our potluck. Infact we made it again the next day. Thanks for this simply delicious recipe
Kalyani says
awww, you simply made my day Seema ! thanks so much for trying this and letting me know how much you guys liked it too..