Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cauliflower florets | 480 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Green peas | 180 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds | 5 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Ghee | 18 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds | 4 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Turmeric | 2 g | Bitter, Pungent, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh ginger, grated | 6 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 320 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and cut the cauliflower florets and green peas into even pieces.
- Warm the ghee; bloom the cumin, ginger, and turmeric until aromatic.
- Add the main ingredients and coriander seeds; turn them through the seasoning for two minutes.
- Pour in the water, add the rock salt, and cook covered until every component is tender and the sauce lightly coats it.
- Uncover for the final minutes, adjust the texture by stirring gently, and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (contemporary Indian everyday cooking)
Cauliflower Pea Curry is a practical home-style main with a moist, fully cooked texture. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Cauliflower Pea Curry
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (255g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 46 kcal | 116 kcal |
| Protein | 2.0 g | 5.2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.6 g | 14.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 5.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | 4.9 g |
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 5.5 g |
| Calcium | 23.4 mg | 59.8 mg |
| Iron | 0.91 mg | 2.32 mg |
| Magnesium | 16.9 mg | 43.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 44.6 mg | 113.6 mg |
| Potassium | 204 mg | 519 mg |
| Sodium | 207 mg | 528 mg |
| Zinc | 0.40 mg | 1.02 mg |
| Copper | 0.06 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Manganese | 0.21 mg | 0.53 mg |
| Selenium | 0.8 µg | 2.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 29.9 mg | 76.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 21.8 µg | 55.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.40 mg | 1.02 mg |
| Vitamin K | 11.9 µg | 30.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.07 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.64 mg | 1.64 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 0.30 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 38.4 µg | 98.0 µg |
| Choline | 26.6 mg | 67.9 mg |
