Spicy Cauliflower Pepper Fry Recipe
25 minutes
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About Spicy Cauliflower Pepper Fry Recipe
This Spicy Cauliflower Pepper Fry recipe delivers a vibrant and flavorful Indian-inspired side dish. The cauliflower florets are perfectly tender, boasting a delightful contrast of textures and spices. It's a simple yet impressive recipe that's sure to become a family favorite.The recipe features a classic tempering of mustard and cumin seeds, followed by aromatic onions and curry leaves. A touch of turmeric adds warmth, while the black pepper provides a satisfying kick. Grated coconut adds a creamy richness to finish this dish.Serve this delicious cauliflower pepper fry alongside rice, roti, or even as a topping for your favorite yogurt dish. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-make, flavorful, and satisfying side.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 florets Cauliflower
- 1 ½ cup Water
- 1-2 tsp Salt or as per taste
- ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
- 3 tsp Oil
- ¼ tsp Mustard Seeds
- ½ tsp Cumin Seeds
- ½ gm Bengal Gram Dal
- ½ tsp Gram black, split, white
- 1 Onion chopped finely
- 1 tbsp Curry Leaves
- ½ tsp Pepper
- 4 tsp Coconut grated
Instructions
Blanch the Cauliflower
- Bring the water to a boil in a pan. Add the cauliflower florets, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until slightly tender but still firm, about 5-7 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
Prepare the Tempering
- Heat oil in a pan or wok over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chana dal and urad dal. Sauté until lightly golden.
Sauté Aromatics and Cauliflower
- Add the chopped onions to the pan and sauté until translucent and slightly golden. Stir in the curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds. Add the blanched cauliflower florets and sauté for 2-3 minutes, ensuring they're well coated.
Season and Finish
- Adjust salt to taste. Add the black pepper powder and sauté for another minute. Stir in the grated coconut and mix well. Cook for another minute, ensuring everything is combined.
Serve
- Remove from heat and transfer the cauliflower pepper fry to a serving bowl. Serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Cauliflower Pepper Fry:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red chili powder along with the black pepper.
- If you prefer a drier dish, reduce the amount of grated coconut or increase the cooking time slightly to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like green chilies or peas for added flavor and texture.
- To enhance the aroma, add a few finely chopped green chilies while sautéing the onions.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 587mgPotassium: 19mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 698IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.4mg
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Looks so wonderful! Thanks for posting.
This looks so appealing! Thanks for sharing.
I’m excited to make this at home!
This is so tempting! Can’t wait to cook it.