Name: Poppy-Seed-Crusted Cauliflower
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 5 tbsp. black or white poppy seeds (see Tips & Techniques) -; 6 small dried hot red chiles -; 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric -; 1 tsp. salt -; 1 tsp. sugar -; 1 medium cauliflower -; 3 tbsp. vegetable oil -; 1/2 tsp. nigella seeds -; 2 bay leaves -

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Ingredients for - Poppy-Seed-Crusted Cauliflower

1. 5 tbsp. black or white poppy seeds (see Tips & Techniques) -

2. 6 small dried hot red chiles -

3. 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric -

4. 1 tsp. salt -

5. 1 tsp. sugar -

6. 1 medium cauliflower -

7. 3 tbsp. vegetable oil -

8. 1/2 tsp. nigella seeds -

9. 2 bay leaves -

How to cook deliciously - Poppy-Seed-Crusted Cauliflower

1. Stage

Grind poppy seeds and chili pieces in a spice or coffee grinder until they form a fine powder; transfer to a small bowl and mix with 6 tablespoons water to form a paste. Set aside.

2. Stage

In a medium bowl, combine turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon sugar; add cauliflower and toss until evenly coated. Set aside.

3. Stage

In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add cauliflower and stir-fry 4 to 6 minutes, until begins to brown in spots; remove with slotted spoon to baking sheet lined with paper towels.

4. Stage

Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, add nigella seeds, bay leaves, and whole chilies. Stir-fry 15 seconds, then add poppy seed paste. Stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant; stir in cauliflower and remaining 1/2 teaspoon each salt and sugar until cauliflower is coated.

5. Stage

Add 2/3 cup water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 4 to 6 minutes, stirring once or twice, until cauliflower is just tender and sauce is absorbed.