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Cauliflower pepper fry

cauliflower pepper masala roast
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: stir fry recipes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Jinoo Jayakrishnan
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/8 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp peppercorns
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1/2 inch cinnamon
  • 3 cloves
  • 1.5 tsp coconut oil
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • 1 green chili slit
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup curd whisked
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 tomato finely chopped
  • 1 tsp soy sauce

Instructions

  • Boil cauliflower florets in 3 cups water with 1/8 tsp turmeric and 1 tsp salt. Strain and set aside.
  • Dry roast cumin, pepper, fennel, cinnamon, and cloves until fragrant. Cool and grind to a fine powder.
  • Heat coconut oil. Add 1/4 tsp turmeric, garlic, curry leaves, and chili. Fry briefly.
  • Stir in ½ tbsp spice powder, then add onions and sauté until soft.
  • Mix curd and 1/8 tsp salt into onions. Add boiled cauliflower and ½ cup water. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and remaining spice powder. Cook uncovered until moisture reduces.
  • Add soy sauce, mix well, and cook on high until dry.
  • Serve hot with onion slices.

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