Instant Pot Cauliflower Curry

Gut-Supporting | Anti-Inflammatory | Dairy-Free | Comforting

Why this works for gut + overall wellness

This dish supports digestion and cellular energy by combining:

1. Cauliflower – gentle fiber for gut health and detox support
2. Coconut milk – healthy fats that support mitochondrial membranes
3. Turmeric & ginger – reduce inflammation and support digestion
4. Garlic & onion – feed beneficial gut bacteria

Cauliflower is often recommended in functional medicine Studio City practices because its gentle fiber supports digestion without irritating sensitive guts, making it ideal for detox and gut-healing protocols.

Coconut milk provides nourishing fats that help support mitochondrial membranes and sustained cellular energy, a key focus in functional medicine Burbank approaches to fatigue, inflammation, and metabolic balance.

The combination of turmeric, ginger, garlic, and onion reflects the principles of Los Angeles functional medicine, where anti-inflammatory foods and microbiome support play a central role in whole-body healing.

At Functional Medicine Los Angeles, meals like this are commonly encouraged to support gut health, cellular function, and overall wellness through simple, functional nutrition strategies.

🥥 Ingredients

1. 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
2. 1 small onion, diced
3. 3 cloves garlic, minced
4. 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
5. 1 tbsp curry powder
6. 1 tsp ground turmeric
7. 1 tsp cumin
8. ½ tsp black pepper
9. 1 can (13–14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
10. ½ cup vegetable broth
11. 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
12. Sea salt to taste
13. Fresh cilantro (optional)
14. Lime juice (optional)

🍲 Instant Pot Instructions

1. Set Instant Pot to Sauté. Add oil.
2. Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes until soft.
3. Add garlic and ginger; sauté 30 seconds.
4. Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper.
5. Add cauliflower, coconut milk, and broth. Stir well.
6. Seal lid. Set to Pressure Cook – High – 4 minutes.
7. Quick release pressure.
8. Adjust salt and finish with lime juice and cilantro if desired.

🧠 Functional Medicine (optional section)

1. Turmeric + black pepper enhance anti-inflammatory pathways
2. Coconut fats support cell membrane health and energy production
3. Gentle cooking makes cauliflower easier to digest
4. Warming spices stimulate digestion and gut motility