Broccoli Fry

Ingredients

• 1 broccoli, medium-sized head, separated into small florets, cut into small even-sized pieces
• 1 tbsp sunflower oil / olive oil
• 4-5 curry leaves, fresh
• ¼ tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1½ tsp garam masala powder (optional)
• ¾-1 tsp black pepper powder
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste

Method

1. Heat oil in the pan; add the curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, and cumin seeds. As they begin to change colour, add the garam masala powder, followed by broccoli. Sauté well.
2. Sprinkle a little water. Add salt to taste. Stir for about 3-5 minutes.
3. Once the broccoli is soft, add pepper powder and cook for half a minute.
4. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the lemon juice and stir.
5. Serve with rice, roll into chapatti, or use in a sandwich if desired.

Source note: Adapted from Isha Foundation’s A Taste of Well-Being (Harper Element, 2016).