Gobi Kerala

A Cauliflower curry in Kerala style. It is good with Chappathis

Ingredients:

1. Cauliflower florets - 2 cups

2. Big onion - 1/2 cup

3. Ginger - finely chopped - 1 tbsp

4. Green chillies - finely chopped - 1 tsp

5. Chilly powder - 1 tsp

6. Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp

7. Coriander powder - 1 tsp

8. Pepper powder - 1/2 tsp + 1/2 tsp

9. Garam masala- 1 tsp

10. Rice flour - 1 tbsp

11. Coconut milk(thick) - 1 cup

12. Cloves - 4

13. Cardamom - 1

14. Curry leaves - 1 sprig

15. Salt - to taste

16. Oil - 2 tsp

Method:

1. Clean the cauliflower and soak it in hot water with a pinch of turmeric & salt for about 15 minutes. This is to remove any tiny worms if present in the flower.

2. Heat oil in a pan.

3. Add chopped onions and saute till it is semi transparent.

4. Add the chopped ginger and green chillies.

5. Add the florets and saute for 5 minutes.

6. Add chilly powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, 1/2 tsp pepper powder and salt. Mix it well.

7. Add cloves, cardamom and a cup of water and cook covered till the flower is cooked fully stirring occasionally. Add garam masala when half cooked.

8. When it is fully cooked, add coconut milk and remaining 1/2 tsp pepper powder . Bring it to boil.

9. Finally add the curry leaves.

TIP: You can make it a 'Korma' by adding carrots and potatoes.