Gobi Mussalam

Gobi Mussalam Gobi Mussalam is an amazing preparation of marinated cauliflower cooked in spicy Mughlai gravy. It is a north Indian dish, especially quite famous in Uttar Pradesh. It is a special dish cooked in Nawabi style. It is suited for all grand occasions like wedding parties, grand festivals etc. The spices used in the dish are simply irresistible and when cooked, gobi mussalam gives out an arresting aroma.Gobimussalam is usually savored hot with parathas. I learned this recipe from my aunt who lives in Lucknow, she is excellent cook for Mughlai recipes. Cooking time: 2 hours Preparation time: 15 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients Cauliflower-2 Grated onions-1 cup Garlic paste-1 teaspoon Ginger paste-1 teaspoon Tomato puree-1/2 cup Chilly powder-1 teaspoon Garam masala powder-1 teaspoon Coriander powder-1 teaspoon Cumin seed powder-1 teaspoon Turmeric powder-2 teaspoons Melon seeds paste-1/2 cup Oil-2 teaspoon Salt to taste Melon seeds-few Chopped coriander leaves-1/2 cup Method Chop off the cauliflower stalks. Mix salt in a vessel of water, add 1 teaspoon turmeric and boil the stalk less cauliflowers until they are partially cooked. Heat oil in a pan; add grated onion and sauté until the onion turns golden brown in color. Now add ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin powder, garam masala turmeric, coriander powder, remaining turmeric powder and salt. Add tomato puree, stir and cook until oil leaves the spicy mixture. Dissolve melon seed paste in to 1 cup water, pour the solution in to the pan and simmer for some time. Lastly add the half cooked cauliflower, mix with the gravy thoroughly and allow gravy to penetrate the cauliflowers, cover and cook until the cauliflowers are totally cooked. Your gobi mussalam is ready for serving. Serving instructions Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and melon seeds and serve piping hot with paratha or roti.