Consider this recipe as a basic lesson in cooking a vegetable ??? Indian style. To start, toast Cumin Seeds and Mustard Seeds in oil to release their flavors. Next add the Curry Leaves; these are added separately so that their moisture does not interfere with toasting the seeds. And then add Turmeric to the Oil to cook it before you add the Cabbage, followed by the remaining powdered spices. Cook the Cabbage, and if you like it crispier, then add the Salt at the end. You can follow this formula for pretty much cooking any type of vegetables. On PureCurry.com, you???ll find variations in the steps amongst different recipes to give you more ideas. Here are some of the vegetable recipes ??? Cauliflower, Okra and Pumpkin.