Dip Into India

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a 4-quart saucepan with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. 2
   Add the cauliflower and 1/4 tsp of the salt.
3. 3
   Partially cover the pan, adjust the heat so the water simmers, and cook the cauliflower until tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain completely and transfer to a bowl.
5. 5
   In a small saute pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
6. 6
   Add the onion and saute until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Add the curry powder, remaining 1 1/2 tsp of salt, and the sugar.
8. 8
   Stir constantly until the curry is fragrant, 1-2 minutes longer.
9. 9
   Remove from the heat.
10. 10
    Use a fork to mash the cauliflower into very small pieces.
11. 11
    Add the onion mixture and stir to combine.
12. 12
    Using a rubber spatula, stir in the yogurt, sour cream, parsley, nutmeg, cayenne and a few grinds of pepper.
13. 13
    Taste and adjust the seasonings.
14. 14
    Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.