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Tula Hua Gobi (Cauliflower Fry)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
A delicious blend of cauliflower and spices to add to a healthy lifestyle. Works well for as a wrap, too.

Ingredients

To Prepare

  • 8 cups water
  • 1 head cauliflower

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp yogurt
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 dried red chili (more or less, according to taste)
  • tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp ground or cracked pepper
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 medium onion (approximately 3 oz)
  • 1 tsp salt (or according to taste)
  • 3 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Set a 6-quart pot with about 8 cups of water on medium heat and bring to boil.
  • In the meantime, prepare the cauliflower. Remove the thick stem from the cauliflower. Since I am instilled with my mother-in-law’s 'no wastage' policy, I cut the thick fibrous outer portion and chop the soft inner part of the stem to add to the sabzi. (Incidentally, in India you can buy just a bundle of the stems to fix a sabzi).  
  • Separate the florets into bite-sized portions. Slice them in half if you have to.    
  • Wash the cauliflower well and add to the boiling water. Let it boil for 2-3 minutes, then drain.
  • Note: If you have a microwave steamer, you can steam it for 1 minute.

To Marinate

  • In a large bowl, add the cauliflower, yogurt, and spice powders, and toss well together. Set aside for 20-30 minutes.

To Season

  • Heat the oil in a wok or deep saucepan on medium heat. Add the fennel seeds, stir for 15 seconds, and add the chopped onion. Sauté till half brown. Approximately 7-8 minutes.
  • Add the masala-coated cauliflower and stir a few times. Lower the heat slightly. Cover and cook, occasionally stirring until the cauliflower is tender (about 7 minutes). You do not have to add any additional water while the cauliflower cooks, as it releases a lot of water during cooking.   
  • Uncover and cook another 3 minutes until the oil surfaces.
  • Pour into serving dish and garnish with coriander leaves.

Notes

Works well for a wrap if you do not want to serve it as a side to a complete Indian meal.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: gobi, cauliflower, sabzi, vegetable