There are always loads of recipes I'd like to try but lose them before I do. This is where I can record recipes I find interesting and keep notes on my experiments with them.

I have a system that I've adopted for working through recipes:

1 - New recipes are saved to the Experimental Mouffette and is labeled : Untested
2 - As I'm working out the changes I'd like to make (if any) it is labeled : Testing
3 - Once I think I've got the correct formula it is labeled : Test 1
4 - IF I am able to reproduce the effect a second time it is labeled : Test 2 - if I am not able to reproduce the effect, it remains Test 1
5 - The same process as step 4 is used to graduate it to Test 3
6 - Once I have been able to reproduce the effect successfully 3 times, it graduates to my main blog, La Mouffette Gourmande

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Sunday, July 14, 2024

Cauliflower curry - Testing


1 head cauliflower (250g)
2 Tbsps. oil
1/4 tsp brown mustard seeds
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1 bay leaf or 1 sprig curry leaves
1 1/4 cup onion, chopped fine
1 green chili, seeded and minced (or a pinch of pepper flakes)
1/2 Tbsp grated ginger
2 garlic, minced
1 cup (2 medium) tomatoes (or 14oz (398mL) canned)
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp chili powder (Kashmiri is ideal)
1 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1 cup water
  1. Heat oil in a wide pan, add mustard, cumin and bay leaf.
  2. When the mustard seeds pop, add the onions and the chili. Saute about 5-6 minutes. Add ginger and garlic and saute until the sharp garlic odor goes away (about 60 seconds).
  3. Add tomatoes and salt. Saute until the tomatoes break down.
  4. Stir in turmeric, chili powder, garam masala and coriander. Saute about a minute.
  5. Add cauliflower florets and mix for 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the water gradually until the desired sauciness is achieved (you don't have to put in the full cup, and keep in mind that the cauliflower will also release quite a lot of moisture.)
  7. Cook covered until the cauliflower is tender al-dente.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

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