Spicy Cauliflower

After my fantastic birthday weekend of being spoiled by my two men and pure indulgence ie. cheesecake, brownies and too many glasses of red wine to even remember, I thought I'd better make something a little detoxifying. This recipe from Vij's at home is surprisingly quick and simple to make despite the long list of spices. I served mine with a side of quinoa and papadum which is a thin crisp, indian flatbread which can be eaten as a snack or alongside any meal. I discovered my love for papadum many years ago during a memorable trip to India with my adventurous sister Melody, I love its crunchy and nutty taste which always takes me back to that magical country.

Spicy Cauliflower

adapted slightly from Vij's at home

1 head cauliflower

1 tablespoon olive oil

1.5 cups pureed tomatoes

1 Tbsp finely chopped ginger

salt to taste

1 tsp tumeric

1 Tbsp cumin

1 Tbsp coriander

1 tsp cayenne pepper

*10 cloves (optional

pinch of cinnamon

* I accidentally misread this and added 5 cloves of garlic which actually tasted really great.

Cut up the cauliflower into large pieces, wash carefully in water. Combine oil and tomatoes in a pan and add spices. Saute well for 3-4 minutes and then add cauliflower. Reduce to low and cook until cauliflower is fully cooked but not too soft. Enjoy!