Aloo Gobi (Potato & Cauliflower Curry)

 

Aloo Gobi (Potato & Cauliflower Curry)  

Aloo Gobi is a classic Indian dish made with potatoes, cauliflower, and aromatic spices. It's simple, flavorful, and perfect with rice or roti.  

Ingredients  

- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced  

- 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets  

- 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or mustard oil)  

- 1 tsp cumin seeds  

- 1 onion, finely chopped  

- 2 tomatoes, chopped  

- 3 cloves garlic, minced  

- 1-inch ginger, grated  

- 1 green chili, chopped (optional)  

- 1 tsp turmeric powder  

- 1 tsp coriander powder  

- ½ tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)  

- ½ tsp garam masala  

- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)  

- ¼ cup water (if needed)  

- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)  

Instructions 

1. **Heat the oil:** In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.  

2. **Sauté aromatics:** Add onions and sauté until golden brown. Then, add garlic, ginger, and green chili. Cook for another minute.  

3. **Cook the tomatoes:** Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. Stir in turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.  

4. **Add potatoes & cauliflower:** Toss in the potatoes and cauliflower, mixing them well with the spices.  

5. **Cover and cook:** Lower the heat, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If needed, add a little water to prevent burning.  

6. **Finish & serve:** Once the potatoes and cauliflower are tender, sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Garnish with fresh cilantro.  

Serve hot with roti, naan, or steamed rice! Let me know if you need another recipe.