Cauliflower Bhaji
THE versatility OF CAULIFLOWER BHAJI MAKES IT A perfect addition TO ANY MEAL! THE CRISPY EXTERIOR OF THE FLORETS GIVES WAY TO A SOFT, VELVETY INTERIOR, CREATING A textural contrast THAT IS TRULY DIVINE.
Serves: 4 - 6 people
Cook Time: 30 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
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1 medium cauliflower (cut florets to bite sized pieces, do not use the core)
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2 tablespoons of oil (Vegetable or Extra Virgin Olive oil, your choice!)
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1 medium chopped onion
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2 - 3 sliced green Thai chilis (keep the chilis whole if your spice tolerance is low, let the spicy lovers pop the chilis on their plate!)
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1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
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1 teaspoon of chili powder
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1 teaspoon of garlic powder
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1 teaspoon of salt (adjust per your taste)
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1 medium chopped tomato
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2 tablespoons of cilantro (finely chopped to garnish)
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1⁄4 teaspoon of ground cumin
INSTRUCTIONS:
⋄ Step 1:
Using a large pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil , 1 medium chopped onion over medium heat, and cook for about 3 minutes (or till onions become translucent).
⋄ Step 2:
Add 2 - 3 sliced green Thai chilis, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 medium chopped tomato; cook for 1 minute lightly stirring mixture.
⋄ Step 3:
Add the cauliflower while lightly stirring, cover and cook the cauliflower mixture for approximately 20 minutes (or till the cauliflower softens).
Add cilantro and the ground cumin,lightly mix for a minute.
Serve with Rice or wrap with Ruti.