Tamil Potato and Cauliflower Masala Kootu

Ingredients

• 400 g cauliflower, cut into florets
• 300 g potatoes, peeled and diced
• 400 g tinned chickpeas, drained
• 50 g freshly grated coconut or desiccated coconut
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp black mustard seeds
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder
• 20 curry leaves
• 2 tbsp coconut oil

Method

1. 1

   Boil the diced potatoes and cauliflower together in salted water for 8 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Blend the coconut with 100ml of water to a smooth paste; set aside.

3. 3

   Heat the coconut oil in a large pan. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds; let them splutter. Add the curry leaves, turmeric and chilli powder; fry for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Add the cooked vegetables and chickpeas; toss well to coat. Pour in the coconut paste and stir over a medium heat for 5 minutes until everything is well combined and coated.

5. 5

   Season with salt and serve as a side dish or with sambar and rice.