Pepper Gobi Dry
South Indian pepper-fry tradition
Cauliflower florets roasted until golden, then tossed in a glossy, dark crush of freshly cracked black pepper, curry leaves and onions. Bold, warming, and completely deep-fry-free.
What goes in
- Cauliflower florets
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Onion, ginger, garlic
- Curry leaves, fennel
- Cold-pressed oil
How we cook it
Florets are blanched, patted dry and pan-roasted for colour instead of batter-frying; the pepper masala is bloomed in oil and tossed through on high heat for that wok-kissed finish.
Best served with
Rasam rice, curd rice, or as a starter on its own.
Why it's homely
Pepper fries are the pride of South Indian home kitchens — big flavour from the spice box, not from a fryer.
Why it's healthy
Cauliflower is fibre-rich and low-calorie; pan-roasting uses a fraction of the oil of restaurant 'gobi' dishes.
Easy on digestion
Black pepper (piperine) is a classic digestive stimulant in Indian households — warmth without chilli burn.
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