Cauliflower rice/Gobi pulao...

Cauliflower is loaded with nutrients. It is a very good source of vitamin C. It has cancer fighting properties. It is low in fat, high in fiber and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It strengthens the immune system and protects against cardiovascular diseases.So let us try to include this vegetable in our diet. Here is a simple Cauliflower rice recipe/Gobi rice.This is also ideal for lunch box,both kids & elders will love this rice.

INGREDIENTS:

• Basmati Rice-1 cup.
• Medium sized Cauliflower-1.
• Big Onion-1.
• Big & juicy Tomato-3.
• Green Peas-3 tsp.
• Ginger-1 inch(finely chopped).
• Finely chopped garlic-3 cloves.
• Finely chopped green chili-1.
• Turmeric powder-1/4 tsp.
• Chili powder-1 tsp.
• Coriander powder- 2 tsp.
• Oil-2 tbsp.
• Salt to taste.

For the seasoning:

• Cinnamon-1 inch piece.
• Cloves-2.
• Bay leaf-1.
• Cardamom-1.

PREPARATION:

Gobi pulao

• Wash the basmati rice in water & pressure cook it by adding 2 cups of water.
• Finely chop onions,green chili,ginger & garlic.
• Puree the tomatoes,blanch the cauliflower florets i.e.-cut the cauliflower florets & put them in boiling water to which a little salt & a pinch of turmeric powder is added.Let it remain in the water for 3 minutes.
• Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan & fry the cauliflowers adding 1/2 tsp chili powder.don't overcook,so that it retain its crunchiness.Keep aside.
• Heat oil in a pan & add the Cinnamon,Cloves,Bay leaf & Cardamom,then add finely chopped onions & saute till it turns golden brown.Now add ginger+garlic,green chili & saute it.
• Then add tomato puree,turmeric powder,salt,remaining chili powder,coriander powder & cook till the raw flavor goes & oil separates.
• Now add cooked cauliflowers,cooked rice to the tomato gravy.Mix everything well & simmer for few sec until everything gets coated well.
• Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves. 
• Delicious & simple "Gobi pulao" is ready to serve & serve it with raita.