Exotic twist on a traditional side dish: this is Curried Cauliflower, and is high in dietary fibre, protein, and vitamin C. The ingredients include cauliflower, onion, green peas, curry powder, cumin, salt and black pepper. Cauliflower, as its name implies, is a flower growing from a plant. In its early stages, it resembles broccoli, which is its closest relative. Cauliflower forms a compact head of undeveloped white flower buds. The heavy green leaves that surround the head protect the flower buds from the sunlight. The lack of exposure to sunlight does not allow chlorophyll to develop. Therefore, colour is not produced, and the head remains white. Cauliflower is an excellent source of Vitamin C. |