How to Prepare Aloo Gobi

Made of potatoes and cauliflower, Aloo Gobi is a good introduction to Indian cuisine for vegetarians. This tasty dish is easy to prepare and can be served as both a side or a main dish. Read on to learn more.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
• 1/2 tsp. cumin seed
• 1 small onion, quartered then sliced
• 2 chile peppers, minced
• 1 tsp. ginger paste
• 2 tsp. ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. garam masala
• 2 medium baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 tsp. lemon juice

1. Heat 2 tbsp. of oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Fry the cumin seeds for a few seconds until they start to turn a golden brown and begin to pop. Reduce heat to medium, stir in the onion, and cook until lightly browned.

2. Stir in peppers and ginger, and fry for 1 minute. Season with coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, and garam masala; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Stir in potatoes and salt, cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Add the cauliflower, cover, and cook until the cauliflower becomes tender, about 20 minutes.

4. Stir in lemon juice, then pour the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil around the edges of the pot. Increase heat to medium-high and fry for 3 to 5 minutes to brown, stirring gently to avoid mashing the cauliflower.

Tips & Warnings

• Serves 6.

[WritingNag]

on 11/19/2008 I can't wait to make this, one of my favorite Indian dishes.

[LilacGirl]

on 7/1/2008 This recipe sounds sooooo...good!