Aloo Gobi – North Indian Style
Recipe Summary
- This Aloo Gobi recipe is a classic North Indian dry curry featuring tender cauliflower and potatoes cooked with aromatic spices. It's a flavorful and hearty vegetarian dish that pairs perfectly with rice or roti.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Fresh cauliflower 400 g
- Medium potatoes 2
- Oil 2 tbsp
- Garlic 1 tsp (chopped)
- Cumin seeds 1 tsp
- Onion 1 (chopped)
- Asafoetida a pinch
- Fresh curry leaves a few
- Green chilies 2-3 (slit)
- Tomato 1 (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Chili powder 1 tsp
- Coriander powder ½ tsp
- Cumin powder ½ tsp
- Turmeric powder a pinch
- Garam masala powder ¼ tsp
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish (chopped)
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Asafoetida (hing)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Cauliflower
Chop the cauliflower florets into small pieces. Place them in slightly warm water for , then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté Garlic
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon of chopped garlic and sauté for about until fragrant.
Step 3: Add Cumin Seeds
Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the pan and let them splutter for about .
Step 4: Add Onion
Add 1 chopped onion to the pan.
Step 5: Stir Fry Onion
Stir fry the onion until it turns transparent, which should take approximately .
Step 6: Add Asafoetida
Once the onion turns soft, add a pinch of asafoetida and mix well for about .
Step 7: Add Curry Leaves and Green Chilies
Add a few fresh curry leaves and 2-3 slit green chilies to the pan and stir fry for .
Step 8: Cook Tomatoes
Add 1 chopped tomato to the pan. Mix well, cover, and simmer until the tomato turns soft, which will take about .
Step 9: Mix Tomato Mixture
Uncover the pan and mix the tomato mixture well, breaking down any large pieces of tomato.
Step 10: Add Potatoes
Add the chopped potatoes to the pan and mix thoroughly with the masala, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 11: Add Cauliflower and Spices
Add the cauliflower florets to the pan. Then add salt to taste, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon coriander powder, ½ teaspoon cumin powder, a pinch of turmeric powder, and ¼ teaspoon garam masala powder.
Step 12: Combine Ingredients
Give everything a good mix, ensuring the spices evenly coat all the vegetables.
Step 13: Cook Aloo Gobi
Cover the pan and cook on low to medium heat, stirring occasionally every , until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender. This process will take approximately .
Step 14: Check Doneness and Mix
Once cooked, check if the vegetables are tender by piercing a potato or cauliflower floret with a fork. Give it a final good mix.
Step 15: Garnish
Garnish the Aloo Gobi with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Step 16: Serve
Serve the hot Aloo Gobi with rice or roti and enjoy!
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