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    Pan Roasted ginger lime Cauliflower

    by Nisha

    Winter has set in finally. I have a mixed feeling towards this season. I like to sip a cup every now and then, cuddle in the couch with a blanket and indulge in hot spicy foods. I like the chill breeze on my face and to roam around the city to enjoy the holiday season. Yet I cry unable to bear the cold and that I have to wear layers and layers of fabric every time I step out. I whine that our heater is not efficient and that I have to wear socks all day to keep myself warm. It is a love-hate relationship and I like it despite the gripe. 
    Ginger Lime roasted cauliflower
    For the past couple of days, its sub zero here and setting foot outside is nearly impossible. Along with the cold, cravings for hot spicy and fried food have started to set in. This recipe is not entirely a winter fare. It has the bright and lively combination of lemon and herbs but the roasted cauliflower with a little bit of the pepper-chilli heat nad the warmth of the cumin seeds gives it a cold-seasonal touch. If you are not very health conscious, you can deep fry the cauliflower until it gets golden brown and then add the seasoning. This way it will be more apt as an appetizer. Since I wanted to have this with rice, I have just pan roasted it. 

    Ginger Lime roasted cauliflower
    Cauliflower is like a sponge, plain and permeable. It absorbs all kinds of seasonings and goes well with most of it. This recipe is a simple one. A bit of ginger and lime with some fresh herbs and greens make it bursting with flavours.  

    GInger Lime roasted cauliflower

    Mamidikaya Pappu | Mango Dal | Mangai Paruppu

    Pan Roasted ginger lime Cauliflower

    Pan roasted cauliflower seasoned with ginger and lime and fresh herbs.

    Prep Time: 10 Mins | Cook Time: 20 Mins | Total Time: 30 Mins | Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 1 Cauliflower head, broken into small florets
    • 2 tablespoon Oil + more if needed
    • ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
    • 2-3 Green chillies, slit lengthwise
    • 2-3 Cloves Garlic, minced
    • 1" Piece ginger, julienned, divided
    • 1 Small sized Onions, sliced
    • 3 tablespoon chopped spring onions (green)
    • Few coriander leaves, chopped
    • 2 tablespoon Lime juice
    • Salt to taste
    Instructions

    1. Roast the cauliflower florets in a pan until golden brown or in an oven or deep fry it. On a med-low flame, it takes about 15 minutes. Keep it aside. 
    2. In a pan heat a tablespoon of oil. Add cumin seeds, chillies, some ginger pieces, garlic and onions. Saute until the onions are dark browned without getting it burnt. 
    3. Finally toss the cauliflowers, remaining ginger juliennes, spring onions, cilantro and lime juice. Add salt and serve warm. 

    Notes

    1. While roasting the cauliflower, you can sprinkle some water to cook it through. 
    2. You can serve this as a side to rice or just as such as an appetizer. 

    This post is for Blogging Marathon 46 under the theme "Lemon recipes". Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing BM# 46 here. 

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    Comments

    1. Chef Mireille says

      December 06, 2014 at 5:52 am

      love this simple and fresh cauliflower preparation and the moody photos too!

      Reply
    2. Harini-Jaya R says

      December 04, 2014 at 3:13 am

      Wow! the mood in the picture is stunning!

      Reply
    3. Anonymous says

      December 02, 2014 at 4:20 pm

      Great recipe! Looks delicious! What restaurant have you had the best roasted cauliflower? Remember to add it to your Besty List! http://www.thebesty.com/themagicsaucepan

      Reply
    4. Archana Potdar says

      November 24, 2014 at 2:54 pm

      You have me drooling over the cauliflower. Sounds addictive.

      Reply
    5. Pavani N says

      November 24, 2014 at 2:00 pm

      I have started to enjoy the change in seasons -- gives some variety to our otherwise routine life 🙂
      That roasted cauliflower sounds super tasty and addictive.

      Reply
    6. Jayanthi Sindhiya says

      November 24, 2014 at 12:42 pm

      A very flavorful dish..beautiful presentation!!

      Reply
    7. Usha says

      November 23, 2014 at 4:12 am

      Even I love the cold breeze and cold weather. This year I still have not gotten to the cold weather yet. I too whine about the layer and layers of clothes we need to wear but still prefer winter to hot muggy summers. Looks like you too are trying some moody shots. 🙂

      Reply
    8. sneha datar says

      November 21, 2014 at 12:14 pm

      A tasty and aromatic dish.

      Reply
    9. Manjula Bharath says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:24 am

      wow such an aromatic curry pan roasted cauliflower !! looks yumm !!

      Reply
    10. vaishali sabnani says

      November 20, 2014 at 11:56 pm

      The fried cauliflower has a wonderful aroma and with your beautiful description I can virtually feel the aroma of this herbed veggie.

      Reply
    11. Srividhya says

      November 20, 2014 at 6:29 pm

      Amazing dry curry. Love the clicks

      Reply
    12. Priya Suresh says

      November 20, 2014 at 5:39 pm

      Can smell the flavor of this dish from here, fantastic pan roasted cauliflower..

      Reply
    13. Srivalli says

      November 20, 2014 at 6:22 am

      Cauliflower looks so good..must have tasted great!

      Reply
    14. Varadas Kitchen says

      November 20, 2014 at 2:33 am

      Hot and spicy! So appropriate for this season.

      Reply

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