THE HIGHER TASTE

Cauliflower and Pea Shaak.

Ingredients:
6 tablespoons cooking oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 medium cauliflower - divided into florets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 pound frozen peas
1 1/2 teaspoons chile powder
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Preparation:
Heat the oil in a large, heavy pan. Add the mustard and cumin seeds, cover the pan for a few seconds, until the "popping" has stopped. Add the cauliflower, salt and turmeric and toss to cover the florets in oil.

Add the peas, chile powder and ground coriander, toss again to cover evenly. Turn the heat down to low, cover tightly and cook until the cauliflower is tender.

Sprinkle with garam masala before serving.