Aloo Gobi

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Aloo Gobi is a popular vegetarian dish from the Indian subcontinent. It is a dry dish made with potatoes and cauliflower, cooked in a blend of spices and seasonings. The name “Aloo Gobi” is derived from the Hindi language, where “Aloo” means potato, and “Gobi” means cauliflower.

To prepare Aloo Gobi, potatoes and cauliflower are cut into small pieces and stir-fried in oil until golden brown. Then a blend of spices, such as cumin, turmeric, coriander, and garam masala, are added to the pan and cooked until fragrant. Tomatoes, onions, and ginger-garlic paste are also added to the mix, creating a thick and flavorful sauce. The dish is typically garnished with fresh coriander leaves and served with roti or rice.

Aloo Gobi is a popular dish in many parts of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, and it is often served as a vegetarian main course. It is a healthy and nutritious dish that is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a perfect addition to a balanced diet.

Ingredients

1 tbsp of ghee1 tbsp of cumin seeds3 dried red chillies, whole1 small red onion, sliced1 tbsp of turmeric1 tbsp of chilli powder2 heaped tbsp of Greek Yoghurt1 cup of hot water2 medium sized potatoes, chopped1 small whole cauliflower, cut into floretssalt, to taste1 tbsp of garam masalafresh coriander, to garnish

Method

1. Add some ghee to a pan2. Once the ghee melts, add cumin seeds and dried red chillies3. Add the onion and sauté4. Once the onions start turning translucent, add the turmeric and chilli powder5. Add Greek yoghurt and mix6. Add water and stir to combine7. Add the chopped potatoes and cauliflower8. Simmer on low for about 20 minutes or until the veggies are pretty much cooked9. Season with salt10. Add garam masala and mix on high heat11. Garnish with fresh coriander12. Enjoy!