Phool Gobhi (Cauliflower)

Phool Gobhi (Cauliflower) – Description

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
Family: Brassicaceae (Cabbage family)

🌿 Description:

Phool Gobhi, also known as Cauliflower, is a cool-season vegetable with a compact, white, and fleshy head called a curd.
The head is made up of undeveloped flower buds that are tightly clustered.
It is surrounded by green leaves that protect it from sunlight, helping it stay white and tender.
The vegetable has a mild, nutty flavor when cooked.

🍽️ Culinary Uses:

• Commonly used in Aloo Gobhi, Gobhi Paratha, and Gobhi Masala.

• Can be boiled, steamed, roasted, or fried.

• Used in pickles (achaar), soups, and even gobhi pakoras.

• In modern cuisine, used in cauliflower rice, gobhi manchurian, or salads.

💚 Nutritional Value:

• Rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and Folate

• Contains Fiber, Calcium, and Antioxidants

• Low in calories and fat

💪 Health Benefits:

• Boosts immunity and supports heart health

• Aids digestion due to high fiber content

• Supports bone health

• Helps in detoxification and weight management