Step 1

Heat large skillet over medium heat, add oil and wait until hot. (You want the oil to be pretty hot else seeds won’t pop). Add the mustard seeds wait for them to pop.

Step 2

Add the Urad dal lentils and cook until golden, then carefully add curry leaves and mix well.

Step 3

Add garlic, and mix again quickly.

Step 4

Put the cauliflower in the pan and toss making sure it's well coated, then let cauliflower cook 4-5 minutes uncovered until partially browned

Step 5

Add the tomatoes and 1/2 cup water mix well, then cover and cook 6-8 minutes.

Step 6

Now add the spinach, chickpeas,  sambhar masala, salt and remaining 1/2 cup water.

Step 7

Mix well and let cook for another 6-8 minutes, stirring once in between, until the cauliflower is cooked to preference.

Step 8

Add the pepper flakes to taste for heat (if needed) and garnish with cilantro (optional)