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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.

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.Pin

5 benefits of eating broccoli regularly:

  1. High in antioxidants – helps fight free radicals.
  2. They bioactive compounds present in broccoli help to fight inflammation in the body
  3. Anti oxidants and fiber help with Blood Sugar control
  4. Broccoli being fibre rich helps fight constipation 
  5. High in Vitamin C.
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.Pin

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Baked version of the popular Street food , totally guilt free too!
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Baked Gobi Manchurian is a healthy version of the popular Street Food Gobi Manchurian. In this, Manchurian is baked, rather than fried, and is a delicious snack/appetiser.


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Airfryer Corn and Swiss Chard Kebab
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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 TBSP Cream
  • 3 TBSP Processed Cheese  (Grated,Can add more if preferred)
  • 3 TBSP Neutral oil (divided use)
  • 1 tsp White pepper powder (adjust spice)
  • 1/2 tsp Chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp Salt 
  • 1/2 tsp Sugar (opt.)
  • 1/8 tsp Mace powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom powder
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice

How to make Tandoori Malai Broccoli:

  1. Wash and cut broccoli to medium sized florets (don’t make them bite sized / tiny – the flavours will be lost)
  2. In a pan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil with a tiny pinch of salt and 1/2 tsp 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. 
  3. Drain throughly and pat them dry gently with a kitchen towel without breaking the florets. 
  4. 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. 
  5. 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
  6. Serve with mint chutney and/or salad and lemon wedges.
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.Pin

Tandoori Malai Broccoli

Kalyani
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.
4.89 from 9 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Indian
Servings 3 servings

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 TBSP Cream
  • 3 TBSP Grated cheese Grated,Can add more if preferred
  • 3 TBSP Neutral oil divided use
  • 1 tsp White pepper powder adjust spice
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp sugar opt.
  • 1/8 tsp Mace powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom powder
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp 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 1/2 tsp 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.
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40 Comments

  1. vaishali sabnani

    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 !

  2. Those broccoli starters look so good and its still fantastic knowing your loves such a healthy one..:)

  3. Yummmm! I'm a big fan of well-done Tandoori Malai Broccoli. Yours look just perfect!

  4. Gayathri Kumar

    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.

  5. Priya Suresh

    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.

  6. Nalini's Kitchen

    Such a healthy and guilt free snack cum appetizer.

  7. Totally love your baked broccoli… looks so crunchy and so full of flavor!

  8. Baked broccoli looks so tempting. Perfect starter for party. Healthy as well as delicious.

  9. 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.

  10. www.annapurnaz.in

    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 ????

  11. Mayuri Patel

    Enjoying broccoli in the form of tandoori broccoli sounds so delicious. With cheese and yogurt, so different.

  12. This looks super yum. My son will definitely as a snack.

  13. This looks super yum. My Son will definitely love it as a snack.

  14. Tandoori Broccoli bites look so yumm, perfect for potluck!! Easy to make, healthy and delicious!!

  15. Priya Srinivasan - I Camp in My Kitchen

    Oh yumm kalyani, tandori broccoli looks inviting! A perfect starter for parties!

  16. mildly indian

    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

  17. Poonam Bachhav

    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.

  18. CookwithRenu

    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.

  19. Varada's Kitchen

    Lovely recipe Kalyani. It would be a hit in my house. I have to try it.

  20. Vidya Narayan

    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.

  21. 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

  22. Chef Mireille

    I love all broccoli recipes and this looks fantastic!

  23. Suma Gandlur

    This tandoori twist to broccoli sounds interesting. Must be quite good too, going by your little one's demands.

  24. Tandoori with broccoli sounds interesting and looks yummy. Thanks for sharing.

  25. Tandoori Malai Broccoli are looking so so tempting dear Kalyani !!! How can a fussy eater can deny to have these   Awesome pick for theme

  26. 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

  27. Shobha Keshwani

    5 stars
    Wow ! I am loving this shahi avatar of broccoli. We are broccoli fans and this is going to be on our plates soon.

  28. 5 stars
    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.

  29. 5 stars
    This is such a healthy recipe which can be served as a snack. I love the flavours you have used to marinade the broccoli.

  30. 5 stars
    Lovely snack with broccoli. It sounds so flavoursome. Good that your little one enjoys broccoli.

  31. 5 stars
    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.

  32. 5 stars
    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 🙂

  33. Seema Sriram

    5 stars
    Tandoori malai broccoli was a superhit at our potluck. Infact we made it again the next day. Thanks for this simply delicious recipe

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