Cauliflower Paruppu Usili

How to Prepare

1. Soak the toor dal and chana dal as per pre-processing instructions.
2. Grind the soaked dals with red chilies, asafoetida, and salt into a coarse paste without adding water.
3. Steam the ground dal mixture in a steamer for 15-20 minutes until cooked. Let it cool.
4. Crumble the steamed dal mixture into small pieces using your hands or a fork.
5. Cut the cauliflower into small florets and steam them until just tender (about 5-7 minutes).
6. Heat oil in a large pan, add mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
7. Add urad dal, curry leaves, and green chilies to the pan and sauté for a minute.
8. Add the steamed cauliflower florets and mix well.
9. Add the crumbled dal mixture to the pan and stir to combine with the cauliflower.
10. Cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
11. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice and rasam.