Aloo Gobi is a classic Indian dish featuring potatoes (aloo) and cauliflower (gobi) cooked with a blend of aromatic spices. Here's a simple recipe to make delicious Aloo Gobi at home:
Ingredients:
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable oil or ghee)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
1. Heat oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and slit green chilies. Sauté for another minute.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil starts to separate.
5. Add turmeric powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a minute.
6. Add cubed potatoes and cauliflower florets to the pan. Mix until they are well coated with the spice mixture.
7. Cover the pan and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes. If needed, sprinkle a little water to prevent sticking.
8. Once the vegetables are cooked through, remove the lid and cook for a few more minutes to let any excess moisture evaporate.
9. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves.
10. Serve hot with rice or Indian bread like roti or naan.
Enjoy your homemade Aloo Gobi! Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences, and feel free to add other vegetables like peas or carrots for variation.
