Gulpea: Afghan Tomato & Cauliflower Stew

Name: Gulpea: Afghan Tomato & Cauliflower Stew
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp vegetable oil; 1 large onion chopped; 3 Tbsp tomato paste; 0.5 tsp ground turmeric; 1 medium head cauliflower broken into bite-size pieces; 1 fresh red chili minced; 1 cup water; 0.75 tsp salt; pinch ground black pepper

Gulpea is a comforting Afghan tomato and cauliflower stew. This simple and flavorful dish features tender cauliflower florets simmered in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic spices like turmeric and fresh chili, making for a hearty and healthy meal.

Ingredients

3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion chopped
3 Tbsp tomato paste
0.5 tsp ground turmeric
1 medium head cauliflower broken into bite-size pieces
1 fresh red chili minced
1 cup water
0.75 tsp salt
pinch ground black pepper

Instructions

Heat the oil in a medium pot over high heat. Cook the onion, stirring often, until golden.
Add the tomato paste and turmeric, and stir continuously for 30 - 60 seconds to lightly toast.
Then add the remaining ingredients, cover, bring to a boil, and reduce to a gentle simmer, stirring every few minutes until water has been absorbed.
The dish is ready when the cauliflower is soft. Enjoy!