Simple Cauliflower

This is a simple, low spice, north Indian type of cauliflower.

Ingredients:

1. 1/2 tsp - cumin seeds
2. 1/4 or 1/2 tsp - garam masala (1/2 tsp if you can handle more!)
3. 1/2 tsp - turmeric powder
4. salt, red pepper to taste
5. 1-2 tbsp - oil
6. 1 tbsp - fresh ginger - cut into small pieces (optional)
7. 1 medium size cauliflower - cut into small pieces (about 2 in thickness); wash with water and drain.
8. fresh cilantro to garnish - cut into small pieces (optional)

Process:

1. Add the oil to a small frying pan (should have a lid)
2. Add the cumin seeds when oil is hot.
3. When cumin seeds are reddish-brown, add the ginger pieces. Fry them a little bit.
4. Add the cauliflower.
5. Add the spices - salt, pepper and turmeric powder. Mix well and cover the pan.
6. Lower the heat to medium.
7. Stir every few minutes with a spatula or spoon. The cauliflower will cook in its own water. If it sticks to the bottom or starts to burn, add a few teaspoons of water. 
8. Cut or crush the cauliflower with the spatula to see that it is soft and cooked. Cook it to softness preferred. Too soft will make the vegetable too mushy and not tasty.
9. Once almost done, add the garam masala and mix well. This is a good time to cook the cauliflower without the cover so there is no water in it.
10. Garnish with cilantro when ready to serve.

For a change:

- add 2 small tomatoes after frying the ginger and before adding the cauliflower to give it little color and sourness.

- you can also add 1 medium potato (small pieces) and/or a few green peas to make it a nice mix veggie.

Enjoying it: 

You can eat this dish with virtually anything - rice, naan, any form of chapati (roti), paratha, puri, make sandwiches with bread or just eat it as a snack.