Gobi Masala (Cauliflower Curry)
Gobi masala is a fragrant cauliflower curry with Indian spices and a rich, spicy gravy. Make this gobi recipe for a healthy vegetarian meal.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Pan Fry
- 1 cauliflower cut into florets
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp ghee butter or vegetable oil
Masala Gravy
- 2 tbsp ghee butter or vegetable oil
- 1 Indian bay leaf (optional)
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 15 dried curry leaves
- 2 cups red onion diced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 2 cups tomatoes chopped
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
Garnish
- cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Rinse the cauliflower in a colander and shake off excess water. Sprinkle with turmeric, red chili powder and salt, tossing to coat.
- Melt the ghee in a wok over medium heat. Quickly fry the cauliflower for several minutes until golden and slightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add ghee and quickly fry the bay leaf, coriander seeds and curry leaves for a minute. Add the onion, salt and saute over medium heat until translucent and cooked down, about 5-6 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook another 2 minutes stirring often.
- Add the tomatoes, garam masala, red chili powder and turmeric. Cook for 5 minutes on low, covered. Remove lid, remove and discard the bay leaf and mash with back of spoon or puree if you prefer using an immersion blender for a smoother masala sauce.
- Add the pan fried cauliflower and 1/4 cup water. Toss to coat and cover. Cook another 10 minutes or until fork tender.
- Serve garnished with cilantro leaves.
Notes
- Indian bay leaves are different from regular bay leaves from the bay laurel plant. Tej Patta have a slightly cinnamon, clove-like scent as opposed to the herbal scent.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 1089mg | Potassium: 933mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 554IU | Vitamin C: 162mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 3mg