Nitya’s Cauliflower Recipe

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Nitya's cauliflower recipe creates wonderful dish that transforms what some consider boring vegetable, with plans to use similar techniques for cabbage preparations and creative cooking. This wonderful dish demonstrates how proper preparation can completely change perceptions about vegetables through creative cooking and proper seasoning techniques. The boring vegetable reference shows how traditional methods can make challenging ingredients absolutely appealing and delicious. This cabbage planning shows recipe versatility while the creative approach encourages culinary experimentation and ingredient adaptation. The love for results proves that exceptional preparation can make any vegetable absolutely irresistible and memorable for regular family cooking.

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A wonderful dish! Not your boring vegetable! I love the cabbage as much as the cauliflower but plan to use a bigger pan, like a Dutch oven, if you are using cabbage instead of cauliflower.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

  • teaspoon mustard seed

  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces

  • 1 baking potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes

  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt

  • teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 ½ teaspoons white sugar

  • teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Saute mustard seeds in hot oil until popping and toasted, 10 to 15 seconds.

  2. Stir cauliflower, potato, salt, and turmeric into oil until coated completely; cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring every few minutes, until cauliflower and potato are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Season with sugar and cayenne pepper and cook until flavors develop, about 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

147 Calories
9g Fat
15g Carbs
4g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 147
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g12%
Saturated Fat 2g8%
Sodium 626mg27%
Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
Dietary Fiber 4g15%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 4g7%
Vitamin C 72mg80%
Calcium 36mg3%
Iron 1mg5%
Potassium 576mg12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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