Cauliflower & Red Lentil Curry
Not at all sure where I picked up this recipe from. One of those recipes I crave on a cold night.
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INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1⁄2cup red lentil
- 1tablespoon cumin seed
- 1
- 2teaspoons Madras curry powder
- 1⁄2teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4teaspoon turmeric
- 4
- 4cups cauliflower florets
- 1
- 1teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1tablespoon cumin seed
- 3
- 2teaspoons minced fresh ginger
- 1⁄4teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1teaspoon sugar
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DIRECTIONS
- In a large saucepan over low heat, combine lentils, onions, curry powder, salt, turmeric and 2 cups of water. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are soft and the sauce has thickened, about 45 minutes.
- Add tomatoes,cauliflower, and chili and simmer, covered, until the cauliflower is tender, aprox 8 to 10 minutes. Then remove from heat.
- Heat oil in a small pan over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds and cook for about 10 seconds. Add garlic and ginger. Continue to saute until the garlic is lightly browned, about 1 minute. Stir in cayenne and immediately add the oil-spice mixture to the cauliflower mixture. Stir in lemon juice, cilantro and sugar. Taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt and cayenne.
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