White Kurma

I learned this recipe from my sister's mother-in-law.  It is so called because there is no tomato in this recipe.

Ingredients:
1 C cauliflower florets
1 large potato, peeled and cubed
1 large onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2 t fennel seeds
1/4 t turmeric powder

To be ground to masala:
1/2 inch cinnamon
1 clove
1 cardamom
3 large cloves garlic, minced
1 inch ginger, chopped
1/2 C grated coconut
1 t poppy seeds, soaked in warm water
1 T cashew nuts
2-3 green chili

Method:
1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan to medium heat. Add bay leaf, fennel seeds and onion. Saute onion until cooked. Add turmeric, salt, and the vegetables. Add enough water, cover and cook.
2. Meanwhile, blend the ingredients for the masala with little water.

3. Mix the masala to the vegetables. Stir gently and cook for a few minutes. Serve with peas pilaf or puri.