Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seed
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seed
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 whole clove garlic, smashed
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pickling salt

Method

  • Heat the canola oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  • Crush the cumin seed with the coriander seed and add to the pan.
  • Add the curry powder, ginger, and garlic to the pan.
  • Cook these spices, stirring until the oil colors and the spices are fragrant.
  • Add the cauliflower florets to the pan and toss to coat.
  • In a lidded plastic container, combine the water, rice wine vinegar, cider vinegar, sugar, and pickling salt.
  • Shake to combine.
  • Once the cauliflower is slightly tender, add it to a glass jar.
  • Pour the pickling liquid over the cauliflower, filling to the top of the jar.
  • Cool, chill, and store the pickles for 1 week to allow the flavors to develop thoroughly.