Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns, coarsely ground
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seed, coarsely ground (saunf)
  • 3 large dried red chilies, coarsely ground
  • 3 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds, coarsely ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot red chili powder
  • 3 medium onions, sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 5 fresh curry leaves, washed and torn
  • 2 tomatoes, washed,peeled and chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1 (230 ml) can coconut cream
  • 3 baby potatoes, unpeeled,washed and quartered
  • 1 medium cauliflower, washed,stems removed and cut into medium florets

Method

  • Heat ghee in a large wok on medium flame.
  • Add onions and saute until light brown.
  • Then add the ginger, chilli powder, nutmeg and the ground spices.
  • Mix well and cook until it releases its aroma.
  • Add the cauliflower florets.
  • Stir-fry for 4 minutes.
  • Add all the remaining ingredients, except the cauliflower.
  • When the potato is half-cooked, that's when you have to add the cauliflower florets.
  • Simmer and cook until the sauce thickens and the cauliflower is crisp-tender.
  • DO NOT OVERCOOK THE CAULIFLOWER.
  • Note: If the sauce is too thick, add a little warm water.
  • Serve with hot rotis!