Steamed Cauliflower In Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Steamed Cauliflower In Spicy Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small heads cauliflower; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 teaspoon coriander seed; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly ground; 1 teaspoon garlic, finely grated; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped tomatoes; 1 medium green serrano chili, cut lengthwise in quarters; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced

Servings: persons

2 small heads cauliflower
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon coriander seed
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon ginger, freshly ground
1 teaspoon garlic, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 medium green serrano chili, cut lengthwise in quarters
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons cilantro, minced

1
place cut cauliflower in saucepan with water and 1/2 tsp salt. cover and simmer till cauliflower is crisp-tender, about 10 minute set aside and cover to keep warm.
2
heat small skillet over low heat and roast cumin seeds until dark and fragrant. remove cumin from pan and set aside to cool. add coriander seeds to pan and slowly roast them till dark brown. do not burn spices. when coriander seeds have cooled, use clean coffee grinder to grind them with the cumin seeds and set aside.
3
heat oil in large saucepan and add ginger, garlic, and turmeric. stir constantly over medium heat until mixture turns golden brown. this will happen quickly, so be careful not to burn it. crush tomatoes with hands and add them to pan along with juices. when tomatoes come to a boil, stir in chile, cayenne, cumin, coriander, and remaining 1/2 tsp salt. lower heat and simmer sauce about 8 minutes or till tomatoes are well cooked. the oil will start to separate from sauce. add cilantro and simmer 1-2 more minutes.
4
place warm cauliflower on platter, pour sauce over it, and serve dish immediately.

120

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small heads cauliflower, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed, and more.

Yes, Steamed Cauliflower In Spicy Tomato Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Steamed Cauliflower In Spicy Tomato Sauce

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