1head cauliflower (about 2 1/4 pounds), cut into florets, or about 6 cups)
2 tablespoonsvegetable oil
1 teaspoonsalt
1 tablespoonbutter
3onions, sliced 1-inch thick
1/2 teaspoonturmeric
1/2 teaspoondried coriander
1/2 teaspoonhot paprika or chili powder
1 teaspooncumin
4 cupswater
2 cupschicken or vegetable broth
1 cupyogurt or labnne (optional; adjust to suit tastes)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450° F. On a baking sheet, toss cauliflower with vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon salt. Spread out and roast until the florets turn brown, about 25 minutes. Set aside 1/2 cup of the crispiest florets for garnish.
Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in spices, cauliflower, water, and broth; cover, and bring to a boil. Uncover, lower heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until a desired consistency is reached. Stir in yogurt or labne if using. Season with salt and pepper and serve in bowls, garnishing with the reserved cauliflower florets.