Phulkopi'r Dalna | A Bengali Cauliflower and Peas Curry

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes add nutrition and flavor.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: none

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: none

Homemade blends can be fresher and tailored to taste.

Heat mustard oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in chopped onions and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add ginger and garlic paste; sauté for 2-3 minutes until raw smell disappears.

Mix in turmeric powder and coriander powder; cook for 1 minute.

Add cauliflower florets and diced potatoes; stir to coat with spices.

Pour in water to cover the vegetables; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in garam masala and green chilies; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Adjust salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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