Ingredients: 1 Cauliflower (gobi) – finely chopped,4 Onions – finely chopped,1 tablespoon Coconut Oil,1 teaspoon White Urad Dal (Split),1 teaspoon Mustard seeds,1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera),12 Curry leaves,4 tablespoons Fresh coconut – scrapped,4 Green Chillies – chopped or minced,1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi),Salt – to taste
Time in minutes: 20 Servings: 4 Course: Lunch Diet: Vegetarian
Instructions: To begin making the Cauliflower Thoran, first heat the oil in a heavy bottomed pan.Add the mustard seeds and once they splutter add the cumin seeds.Add the urad dal and sauté till it just starts turning brown. Add the onions and sauté for a few seconds or till they becomes soft.Add the green chillies, turmeric powder, curry leaves and the cauliflower florets.Sprinkle salt and cook covered till the cauliflower just becomes soft. Add a splash of water if it sticks to the vessel.Add the coconut and mix. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes and take it off the heat.Serve Cauliflower Thoran with Mixed Vegetable Sambar and Steamed Rice for a perfect weekday meal.