Gobhi Mussalam

Gobhi Mussalam by Soni Sahai

Ingredients

1. Cauliflower – 1 whole (weighing about 750 gms)
2. Yoghurt – 500 gms
3. Bay Leaf – 3
4. Cinnamon – 1 ½ inch piece
5. Brown Cardamoms – 2
6. Green Cardamoms – 3
7. Cloves – 4
8. Peppercorns – 6
9. Chilli Powder – 1 Teaspoon
10. Coriander Powder – 2 level Teaspoons
11. Garlic-Ginger Paste – 1 Tablespoon
12. Sugar – ½ Teaspoon
13. Salt – To Taste
14. Mustard Oil – 3 Tablespoons
15. Water – ½ Cup

Method

Trim the cauliflower and cut off the stem. Soak the cauliflower in salt water for at least ½ hour.

In a karahi heat the oil and brown the cauliflower on all sides. Remove and place aside.In the remaining oil put the garam masalas from 3 to 8 above and stir till they release their flavours, then add the ginger-garlic paste, the coriander powder and the chilli powder. Stir till all the masalas are mixed together and then sauté till it is cooked. Add the cauliflower, water, salt and sugar. Turn the cauliflower till it is well coated with all the spices, then cover and cook till almost done. Beat the yogurt into a smooth paste and pour over the cauliflower, turning constantly till the water dries up.

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