What can I serve Aloo Gobhi with?

Aloo Gobhi pairs well with dal rice, chapati, or even paratha for a complete meal.

Can I skip the pav bhaji masala?

Yes, you can skip it, but it adds a unique flavor to the dish. You can substitute it with garam masala if desired.

How do I make the dish spicier?

To make the dish spicier, increase the quantity of green chilli and kashmiri red chilli powder.

Can I prepare this dish in advance?

Yes, Aloo Gobhi can be prepared in advance and reheated before serving. It tastes even better as the flavors develop over time.

Aloo Gobhi

Name: Aloo Gobhi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 250 g cauliflower florets; 2 tsp oil; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 1 pinch asafoetida; Few curry leaves; 1 onion, sliced; 1 green chilli, finely chopped; 1 tomato, chopped; 1 tsp kashmiri red chilli powder; 2 tsp coriander powder; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 medium-sized boiled potato, diced; 1 tsp pav bhaji masala; Few coriander leaves, chopped; 1 salt to taste

Ria Pai (@riapai009)

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Aloo Gobhi is a classic Indian dish that combines the earthy flavors of cauliflower and potatoes with a medley of spices. This recipe is simple yet flavorful, perfect for pairing with dal rice or hot chapati. The process involves blanching cauliflower, tempering spices, and cooking everything together to create a delicious and comforting dish.

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Prep Time

10min

Cook Time

15min

Total Time

25min

How to make Aloo Gobhi

Step 1
Wash and blanch the cauliflower florets.
Step 2
Heat oil in a pan and temper mustard seeds with asafoetida and curry leaves on low flame.
Step 3
Once the mustard seeds flutter, add sliced onion and finely chopped green chilli. Fry for a minute on low flame.
Step 4
Add chopped tomato and fry until it softens, which will take about a minute on low flame.
Step 5
Add kashmiri red chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and salt to taste. Mix well and simmer until the oil separates.
Step 6
Once the oil separates and the tomato moistens completely, add diced boiled potato and blanched cauliflower florets. Coat the masalas well.
Step 7
Add pav bhaji masala and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame.
Step 8
Let the dish rest for a few minutes and serve hot with dal rice or chapati.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

88.3kcal (4.41%)

Protein

3.1g (6.2%)

Carbs

6.5g (2.35%)

Sugars

2.3g (4.6%)

Healthy Fat

6.0g

Unhealthy Fat

1.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

Keep the flame low while tempering spices to avoid burning them , add 1 tbsp water if required.
Keep the flame low while tempering spices to avoid burning them.
Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by modifying the quantity of green chilli and red chilli powder.
Resting the dish for a few minutes allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.

FAQS

What can I serve Aloo Gobhi with?
Aloo Gobhi pairs well with dal rice, chapati, or even paratha for a complete meal.
Can I skip the pav bhaji masala?
Yes, you can skip it, but it adds a unique flavor to the dish. You can substitute it with garam masala if desired.
How do I make the dish spicier?
To make the dish spicier, increase the quantity of green chilli and kashmiri red chilli powder.
Can I prepare this dish in advance?
Yes, Aloo Gobhi can be prepared in advance and reheated before serving. It tastes even better as the flavors develop over time.