Glazed cauliflower with ginger

4 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 small Head cauliflower
4 tablespoons Light vegetable oil
1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
1½ tablespoon Shredded fresh ginger
2 eaches Green chilies, chopped
½ teaspoon Turmeric
½ teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Lemon juice
2 tablespoons Chopped fresh coriander

Directions

Separate cauliflower into flowerets. Wash well & drain. Heat 3 tb oil over high heat ni a skillet. When very hot, add coriander & fry for 10 seconds. Add ginger & chilies & stir for a couple of seconds.

Immediately add turmeric & salt. Follow at once with the cauliflower. Stir rapidly to prevent burning & to distribute the spices. Add ¼ c hot water. Reduce heat, cover & cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once or twice during the cooking.

Increase heat to medium & stir fry to evaporate remaining moisture & to lightly brown the cauliflower, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir carefully.

If vegetable looks dry, stir in the rest of the oil. Add lemon juice & coriander leaves. Serve immediately.

Julie Sahni, Classic Indian Cooking

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