Aloo gobi
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A dry stir-fry of potatoes and cauliflower with turmeric, cumin and ginger. A homely sabzi eaten with roti across India.
Region: All of IndiaOccasion: Everyday meals; tiffin boxesTime: 35 minServes: 4Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 tbsp mustard or other oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1–2 green chillies, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
Method
- Soak the florets in hot salted water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Heat oil in a wide pan. Add cumin, then ginger and green chillies.
- Add the potatoes and fry for 5 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower, turmeric, coriander powder, chilli powder and salt. Stir to coat.
- Add tomato if using. Cover and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring now and then, until both vegetables are tender.
- Uncover, sprinkle garam masala and coriander, and cook for 2 minutes more.
History
Cauliflower and potato are among the most widely grown winter vegetables in India and are cooked together in many regional styles.
Significance
It is a staple of home cooking and lunch boxes, and is easy to make for a large family.