Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Cauliflower

   Chop the cauliflower florets into small pieces. Place them in slightly warm water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.

2. 2.Sauté Garlic

   Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon of chopped garlic and sauté for about 15 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3.Add Cumin Seeds

   Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the pan and let them splutter for about 10 seconds.

4. 4.Add Onion

   Add 1 chopped onion to the pan.

5. 5.Stir Fry Onion

   Stir fry the onion until it turns transparent, which should take approximately 3-4 minutes.

6. 6.Add Asafoetida

   Once the onion turns soft, add a pinch of asafoetida and mix well for about 30 seconds.

7. 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 1 minute.

8. 8.Cook Tomatoes

   Add 1 chopped tomato to the pan. Mix well, cover, and simmer until the tomato turns soft, which will take about 3-5 minutes.

9. 9.Mix Tomato Mixture

   Uncover the pan and mix the tomato mixture well, breaking down any large pieces of tomato.

10. 10.Add Potatoes

    Add the chopped potatoes to the pan and mix thoroughly with the masala, ensuring they are well coated.

11. 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.

12. 12.Combine Ingredients

    Give everything a good mix, ensuring the spices evenly coat all the vegetables.

13. 13.Cook Aloo Gobi

    Cover the pan and cook on low to medium heat, stirring occasionally every 5-7 minutes, until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender. This process will take approximately 15-20 minutes.

14. 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.

15. 15.Garnish

    Garnish the Aloo Gobi with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

16. 16.Serve

    Serve the hot Aloo Gobi with rice or roti and enjoy!