This Spicy Cauliflower Soup is delicious and low-carb and perfect for any day of the week. If you’re craving a spicy soup or the convenience of a simple Instant Pot recipe, you will love this one!
What Makes This Recipe Special
- Fast. Make this easy Instant Pot Soup in under 30 minutes for a quick weeknight meal.
- Easy. A pour and cook recipe that even beginner Instant Pot users can make flawlessly.
- Low Carb . Only 7 net carbs per serving.
- Flavorful. A filling and tasty soup that is brought to life with the addition of Sambhar powder .
Spicy Cauliflower Soup is made in your Instant Pot or pressure cooker and comes together so quickly. It has tons of flavor and has a great texture too. I also like this recipe because it’s basically dump-and-cook . I really like recipes that are simple and full of flavor and this soup definitely fits that description.
Why Is Cauliflower Soup Good For You?
Cauliflower is naturally low in carbohydrates and even lower in net carbs thanks to its high fiber content. Not only is it low in carbs, but it’s also low in calories.
If you’re living a low carb lifestyle, cauliflower soup is an excellent way to get a filling and flavorful meal without going over your macros for the day.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cauliflower - Keep the chunks of cauliflower relatively large. Around 3" pieces is best for this recipe to keep the texture of the cauliflower from becoming mushy when cooked under pressure.
- Onion - Don’t dice it too thin. Cut it into thick pieces about 2" wide.
- Carrots, turnips, or potatoes - If you’re wanting to keep this soup low carb, opt for turnips instead of potatoes. You will also want to cut these into thick pieces.
- Canned Tomatoes - I prefer diced tomatoes for this recipe so you get a little in every bite. You can also use quartered or tomato halves.
- Sambhar powder - a tasty blend of spices often found in Indian cuisine.
- Kosher Salt
- Turmeric
How Do You Make Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup?
- Pour all ingredients into the inner liner of your Instant Pot and stir well.
- Cook on LOW pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pot release pressure naturally for 10 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
- Open the pot, stir to mix and serve.
The most important thing to note here is that you are cooking this Cauliflower Soup under LOW PRESSURE. Many Instant Pot Soups call for cooking the ingredients under high pressure, but to ensure the cauliflower isn’t overcooked, you’ll want to hit the low pressure button for this recipe.
What Is Sambar Powder?
Sambar powder is a common spice used in Indian cooking. It’s a mixture of spices like cumin, coriander, mustard and fenugreek, and more that are ground together into a fine powder. There are different blends for this, but they all have a similar flavor profile. A typical sambhar has lentils in it and you can find a Sambar recipe . But this is a quick way to get a delicious sambhar-like flavor without a lot of work.
What Can I Substitute For Sambar Powder?
The best tasting Sambar is made. If making spices intimidates you, it shouldn’t! It’s so simple to make your own, and you will be blown away by the difference in taste. This is my Sambar powder recipe, and I highly recommend trying it at least once.
What If I Don’t Want It To Be Spicy?
Simple! When you make your sambar powder , just leave out the chilis! You’ll still get all of the rich flavors from the spice blend without the heat.
Does The Instant Pot Make This Cauliflower Soup Mushy?
Nope. Instant Pot cauliflower recipes have a tendency to be overcooked, that’s why I tested this one until it was perfect. I can’t stand when cauliflower turns into a soft mush.
Cooking it using this recipe actually gives the cauliflower a really good texture. It’s cooked all the way, but still maintains the texture of the cauliflower florets.
How Do You Thicken Cauliflower Soup?
This soup is meant to be a brothy soup, but if you’re wanting to thicken it up a little, simply remove half of the cooked cauliflower from the Instant Pot liner and use an immersion blender to blend up half of the soup ingredients.
The cauliflower, tomatoes, and turnips (or potatoes and carrots if you’re not keeping it low carb) will create a thick, rich soup base when blended.
Can I Freeze It?
Absolutely. It’s common for me to make a big batch of this, and then freeze it in one-serving containers for when I want soup, but don’t want to cook. It’s so much better than canned soup!
Want More Cauliflower Recipes?
- How to Make Cauliflower Rice
- Keto Cauliflower Chaffle
- Cauliflower Breadsticks
- Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
- Air Fryer Cauliflower with Tahini
- Instant Pot Cauliflower and Cheese
- Cauliflower and Cheese Casserole
- Keto Chicken Biryani
- Keto Shrimp and Grits
- Poblano Chicken Soup
- Italian Sausage Soup
- Low Carb Cream of Mushroom Soup
- Gobi Manchurian
- Italian Sausage and Kale Soup
- Keto Lobster Bisque
Spicy Cauliflower Soup
Equipment
- INSTANT POT DUO 6 QUART
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 cups Cauliflower , cut into 3"-4" pieces
- ▢ 1.5 cups Water
- ▢ 1 Onion , cut into thick, 2" pieces
- ▢ 1 cup carrots, turnips, or potatoes , cut into thick 2" pieces
- ▢ 1 cup Canned Tomatoes
- ▢ 1-1.5 tsp Sambhar powder
- ▢ 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1 tsp Turmeric
Instructions
Pour all ingredients into the inner liner of your Instant Pot and stir well.
Cook on LOW pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pot sit undisturbed for 10 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
Open the pot, stir to mix and serve.
This soup freezes well! Make a big batch and freeze the leftovers in freezer safe containers.
If you’re afraid of the spice level, you can lessen it to taste, or omit it all together.
If you don’t have sambar powder, you can use cayenne instead. Lessen the amount to 1/2 teaspoon if you do this.
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This Spicy Cauliflower Soup is delicious and low-carb and perfect for any day of the week. If you’re craving a spicy soup or the convenience of a simple Instant Pot recipe, you will love this one!
What Makes This Recipe Special
- Fast. Make this easy Instant Pot Soup in under 30 minutes for a quick weeknight meal.
- Easy. A pour and cook recipe that even beginner Instant Pot users can make flawlessly.
- Low Carb . Only 7 net carbs per serving.
- Flavorful. A filling and tasty soup that is brought to life with the addition of Sambhar powder .
Spicy Cauliflower Soup is made in your Instant Pot or pressure cooker and comes together so quickly. It has tons of flavor and has a great texture too. I also like this recipe because it’s basically dump-and-cook . I really like recipes that are simple and full of flavor and this soup definitely fits that description.
Why Is Cauliflower Soup Good For You?
Cauliflower is naturally low in carbohydrates and even lower in net carbs thanks to its high fiber content. Not only is it low in carbs, but it’s also low in calories.
If you’re living a low carb lifestyle, cauliflower soup is an excellent way to get a filling and flavorful meal without going over your macros for the day.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cauliflower - Keep the chunks of cauliflower relatively large. Around 3" pieces is best for this recipe to keep the texture of the cauliflower from becoming mushy when cooked under pressure.
- Onion - Don’t dice it too thin. Cut it into thick pieces about 2" wide.
- Carrots, turnips, or potatoes - If you’re wanting to keep this soup low carb, opt for turnips instead of potatoes. You will also want to cut these into thick pieces.
- Canned Tomatoes - I prefer diced tomatoes for this recipe so you get a little in every bite. You can also use quartered or tomato halves.
- Sambhar powder - a tasty blend of spices often found in Indian cuisine.
- Kosher Salt
- Turmeric
How Do You Make Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup?
- Pour all ingredients into the inner liner of your Instant Pot and stir well.
- Cook on LOW pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pot release pressure naturally for 10 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
- Open the pot, stir to mix and serve.
The most important thing to note here is that you are cooking this Cauliflower Soup under LOW PRESSURE. Many Instant Pot Soups call for cooking the ingredients under high pressure, but to ensure the cauliflower isn’t overcooked, you’ll want to hit the low pressure button for this recipe.
What Is Sambar Powder?
Sambar powder is a common spice used in Indian cooking. It’s a mixture of spices like cumin, coriander, mustard and fenugreek, and more that are ground together into a fine powder. There are different blends for this, but they all have a similar flavor profile. A typical sambhar has lentils in it and you can find a Sambar recipe . But this is a quick way to get a delicious sambhar-like flavor without a lot of work.
What Can I Substitute For Sambar Powder?
The best tasting Sambar is made. If making spices intimidates you, it shouldn’t! It’s so simple to make your own, and you will be blown away by the difference in taste. This is my Sambar powder recipe, and I highly recommend trying it at least once.
What If I Don’t Want It To Be Spicy?
Simple! When you make your sambar powder , just leave out the chilis! You’ll still get all of the rich flavors from the spice blend without the heat.
Does The Instant Pot Make This Cauliflower Soup Mushy?
Nope. Instant Pot cauliflower recipes have a tendency to be overcooked, that’s why I tested this one until it was perfect. I can’t stand when cauliflower turns into a soft mush.
Cooking it using this recipe actually gives the cauliflower a really good texture. It’s cooked all the way, but still maintains the texture of the cauliflower florets.
How Do You Thicken Cauliflower Soup?
This soup is meant to be a brothy soup, but if you’re wanting to thicken it up a little, simply remove half of the cooked cauliflower from the Instant Pot liner and use an immersion blender to blend up half of the soup ingredients.
The cauliflower, tomatoes, and turnips (or potatoes and carrots if you’re not keeping it low carb) will create a thick, rich soup base when blended.
Can I Freeze It?
Absolutely. It’s common for me to make a big batch of this, and then freeze it in one-serving containers for when I want soup, but don’t want to cook. It’s so much better than canned soup!
Want More Cauliflower Recipes?
- How to Make Cauliflower Rice
- Keto Cauliflower Chaffle
- Cauliflower Breadsticks
- Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
- Air Fryer Cauliflower with Tahini
- Instant Pot Cauliflower and Cheese
- Cauliflower and Cheese Casserole
- Keto Chicken Biryani
- Keto Shrimp and Grits
- Poblano Chicken Soup
- Italian Sausage Soup
- Low Carb Cream of Mushroom Soup
- Gobi Manchurian
- Italian Sausage and Kale Soup
- Keto Lobster Bisque
Spicy Cauliflower Soup
Equipment
- INSTANT POT DUO 6 QUART
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 cups Cauliflower , cut into 3"-4" pieces
- ▢ 1.5 cups Water
- ▢ 1 Onion , cut into thick, 2" pieces
- ▢ 1 cup carrots, turnips, or potatoes , cut into thick 2" pieces
- ▢ 1 cup Canned Tomatoes
- ▢ 1-1.5 tsp Sambhar powder
- ▢ 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1 tsp Turmeric
Instructions
Pour all ingredients into the inner liner of your Instant Pot and stir well.
Cook on LOW pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pot sit undisturbed for 10 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
Open the pot, stir to mix and serve.
This soup freezes well! Make a big batch and freeze the leftovers in freezer safe containers.
If you’re afraid of the spice level, you can lessen it to taste, or omit it all together.
If you don’t have sambar powder, you can use cayenne instead. Lessen the amount to 1/2 teaspoon if you do this.
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Spicy Cauliflower Soup
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cauliflower cut into 3"-4" pieces
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 Onion cut into thick, 2" pieces
- 1 cup carrots, turnips, or potatoes cut into thick 2" pieces
- 1 cup Canned Tomatoes
- 1-1.5 tsp Sambhar powder
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp Turmeric
Instructions
Pour all ingredients into the inner liner of your Instant Pot and stir well.
Cook on LOW pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pot sit undisturbed for 10 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
Open the pot, stir to mix and serve.
This soup freezes well! Make a big batch and freeze the leftovers in freezer safe containers.
If you’re afraid of the spice level, you can lessen it to taste, or omit it all together.
If you don’t have sambar powder, you can use cayenne instead. Lessen the amount to 1/2 teaspoon if you do this.
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Use your Air-Fryer to make this beautifully marinated Sichuan Cumin Lamb! It’s rich in flavor and comes together in a very short amount of time. I love the combo of spicy and savory, with the wonderful tongue-tingle from the Sichuan peppers.
Why You Should Try Szechuan Cumin Lamb
- Fast. Dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes .
- Easy. Simply marinate the cumin lamb and cook it in your air fryer .
- Low Carb . There are only two carbs per serving.
- Delicious. You’ll be overjoyed with the amazing flavors that come from such an easy recipe.
What Is Sichuan Cumin Lamb?
If you’ve ever been to a Sichuan restaurant, you’ve probably seen Sichuan Cumin Lamb on the menu. That’s because it’s an amazing dish and an incredibly popular way to cook lamb.
I love making restaurant-quality food at home with a short cooking time so we can enjoy restaurant food at home. This allows me to put in what I want, and leave out what I don’t want for special dietary needs or just for a different flavor choice.
An interesting little tidbit: Although it’s served in nearly every Szechuan restaurant in the US, Cumin Lamb may not be a super traditional Sichuan dish. It’s more commonly found in Northern Chinese districts in Muslim-run restaurants. Nevertheless, it’s amazing and is a great recipe to cook in your air fryer .
Does Cumin Go Well With Lamb?
The earthy flavors of cumin pair extremely well with lamb. The seeds can be used either ground or whole and produce equally delicious results. The subtle gaminess of the lamb marries well with the aromatics of the cumin when they are cooked.
How To Make Sichuan Cumin Lamb
Making Szechuan Cumin Lamb is incredibly simple, especially if you make it in your air fryer. You’ll love how quickly it cooks without taking the time to preheat a full-sized oven. Here are the simple steps to get a tasty lamb dish on your table in under 30 minutes:
- In a dry skillet, roast together cumin seeds and Sichuan red peppers. When they have cooled, use a mortar and pestle and give them a rough grind.
- Use a fork to poke holes into the lamb to allow the marinade to penetrate better.
- In a large bowl or a Ziploc bag, marinate the lamb with the cumin and Sichuan pepper blend, oil, soy sauce, garlic, red chili peppers, salt, sugar, and cayenne pepper.
- Place the marinated lamb in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Using a meat thermometer, check the internal temperature of the lamb and remove it to a serving tray.
- Mix in the chopped scallions and cilantro, and serve.
Do You Have To Use Lamb?
No. One of my favorite things about this recipe is that you can use a cut of meat that is more easily accessible if you have issues finding lamb in your local market.
I have also tried making this dish with flank steak for cumin beef and it turned out beautifully. Here’s how I did it:
- Prepare the marinade according to the recipe and allow your flank steak to soak in the flavors for 30 minutes.
- Set the air-fryer to 400°F for 8-10 minutes for medium, 145°F when tested with a meat thermometer.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice the steak across the grain.
Love the interesting flavor of Sichuan peppers? Try my Sichuan Smashed Cucumber Salad .
Want More Easy Lamb Recipes?
- Lamb Rogan Josh
- Instant Pot Kacchi Lamb Dum Biryani
- Loin Lamb Chop Recipe With Harissa Sauce
- Spicy Lamb Sirloin Steak
- Instant Pot Jordanian Mansaf
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Sichuan Cumin Lamb
Ingredients
For the Lamb:
- ▢ 1.5 tablespoons ( 1.5 tablespoons ) Ground Cumin
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Sichuan peppers (or 1/2 tsp cayenne)
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) lamb (preferably shoulder) , cut into 1/2" by 2" pieces
- ▢ 2 tablespoons ( 2 tablespoons ) Vegetable Oil
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Soy Sauce
- ▢ 1 tablespoons ( 1 tablespoons ) Minced Garlic
- ▢ 2 ( 2 ) Red Chili Peppers , chopped
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1/4 teaspoon ( 0.25 teaspoon ) Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent
For finishing:
- ▢ 2 ( 2 ) Chopped Green Scallions , chopped
- ▢ 1 large handful ( 1 large handful ) chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a dry skillet, roast together 2 tablespoons of cumin seeds and 1 teaspoon of Sichuan red peppers if using until fragrant. When they have cooled, use a mortar and pestle and give them a rough grind.
- Use a fork to poke holes into the lamb to allow the marinade to penetrate better.
- In a large bowl or a Ziploc bag, marinate the lamb with the cumin and Sichuan pepper blend, oil, soy sauce, garlic, red chili peppers, salt, sugar and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Set your air fryer to 360F for 10 minutes and place the marinated lamb in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Using a meat thermometer, ensure that the lamb has reached an internal temperature of 145F and remove to a serving tray.
- Mix in the chopped scallions and cilantro, and serve.
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