Gobi Masala (Cauliflower Curry)
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Cauliflower in a light curry masala saurce; great side dish with meat, or main vegetarian dish. Serves 6 as a side dish or 3 as a main course.
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 1 large cauliflower
- 1 tbsp turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1 whole cardamon pod (smashed)
- 2 whole cloves
- 2 whole onions (finely chopped)
- 5 whole curry leaves
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 200 ml pasata ((or chopped tomatoes))
- 100 g frozen peas
Method
- Step 1 Chopped the cauliflower into small florets, put them into a large bowl, stir the tumeric and salt, then pour boiling water to cover and leave for 15 minutes.
- Step 2 Heat the oil in a large pan, add the fennel seeds, cinnamon, cardamon, and cloves fry for a couple of minutes
- Step 3 Add the curry leaves and onion and saute until almost transparent, then add the remaining ingredients and fry for a further 2 minutes.
- Step 4 Add the tomatoes and peas and add the drained cauliflower once it has come to the boil.
- Step 5 Simmer gently for between 10 and 20 minutes until the cauliflower is cooked but not mushy.