Cauliflower is a popular vegetable used in a variety of dishes including curries, pakoras, and mixed sabzis. It has a firm yet tender texture when cooked and a subtle flavor that pairs well with a range of seasonings and spices.Cauliflower from Only Hydroponics is available on Farmlokal platforms for delivery in Noida, Greater Noida, and Greater Noida West.
 
Absolutely, Rishi! Here's the complete, flavorful Gobi Pulao recipe — a one-pot spiced rice dish made with cauliflower — in your favorite “Recipe You Should Definitely Try” format:
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How to Make Gobi Pulao
 
 Ingredients:
Basmati rice – 1 cup (washed and soaked for 15–20 mins)
Cauliflower (gobi) – 1½ to 2 cups, small florets
Onion – 1 large, thinly sliced
Tomato – 1 medium, chopped
Green chili – 1, slit
Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
Green peas – ½ cup (optional)
Fresh coriander or mint – for garnish
Lemon juice – 1 tsp (optional)
Whole spices:
Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
Bay leaf – 1
Cloves – 2
Green cardamom – 2
Cinnamon stick – 1 small piece
Star anise – 1 (optional)
Ground spices:
Turmeric – ¼ tsp
Red chili powder – ½ tsp
Coriander powder – 1 tsp
Garam masala – ½ tsp
Salt – to taste
Other:
Oil or ghee – 2 tbsp
Water – 2 cups
 
 Method:
 
1. Prepare the Cauliflower:
Soak gobi florets in hot salted water for 5 mins to clean and soften. Drain and keep aside.
2. Sauté the Base:
Heat oil/ghee in a thick-bottomed pot or pressure cooker.
Add cumin seeds and whole spices. Let them sizzle.
Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for 1 min.
Add chopped tomato. Cook till soft and pulpy.
3. Add Gobi and Masalas:
Add turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
Toss in the gobi florets and peas (if using). Mix well.
Cook for 3–4 minutes until cauliflower is lightly roasted.
4. Add Rice and Cook:
Add soaked, drained rice. Stir gently.
Add 2 cups water and mix. Taste and adjust salt.
Pressure Cooker: Cook for 1 whistle on medium flame, then turn off and rest for 5 mins.
Pan Method: Cover and simmer on low for 12–15 minutes, or until rice and gobi are cooked.
5. Finish & Garnish:
Sprinkle garam masala and lemon juice.
Fluff the rice gently.
Garnish with chopped coriander or mint.
 
Pairs With:
Raita (boondi, cucumber, or mint)
Plain curd
Pickle or papad