Boil 1 cup rice in cooker with 2 star anise.

Place a deep vessel over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of oil. When the oil heats up, drop the bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon pieces and cumin seeds. Fry it for about a minute.

Add chopped ginger and garlic and continue to fry until they turn golden.

Add chopped onions and saute until they turn transparent.

Add chopped tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, chili powder and garam masala powder. Continue to cook and stir until tomatoes are softened.

Add chopped cauliflower and salt to taste. Place a cover and allow to simmer it for 5-8 minutes.

Take the pan off the heat and mix the cooked rice with cauliflower masala.

Serve with your favorite raita and pickle.