Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

2 tbsp

fresh ginger

grated

1 tbsp

cumin

1 tsp

turmeric

1 tsp

salt

1 cup

sweet potato

finely chopped

1 cup

water

4 cup

cauliflower

cut into 1-2 inch pieces

0.25 cup

pecans

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan.

Step 2
~3 min

Add grated fresh ginger and cumin to the saucepan.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4
~3 min

Add turmeric, salt, finely chopped raw sweet potatoes, and water (or chicken broth) to the saucepan.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover the saucepan and simmer on medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6
~3 min

Ensure the sweet potatoes become quite soft.

Step 7
~3 min

Add cauliflower florets to the saucepan.

Step 8
~3 min

Cover tightly and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Meanwhile, lightly toast chopped pecans in a dry skillet for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 10
~3 min

Check if the cauliflower is just fork-tender and the sweet potatoes are very soft.

Step 11
~3 min

Combine some of the cooking water with the sweet potatoes to create a bit of sauce.

Step 12
~3 min

Transfer the curried cauliflower and sweet potato mixture into a serving bowl.

Step 13
~3 min

Garnish with the toasted pecans.

Step 14
~3 min

Optional: Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Roast the cauliflower for a different texture.

Serve over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve over rice or quinoa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Roasted fish
Quinoa
Rice
Naan bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Curry dishes are a staple in Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
healthy eating
vegetarian meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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