Aloo Gobi is a traditional Indian dish made with potatoes and cauliflower, flavored with spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. This recipe comes from my mom and is a beloved family favorite.
1: Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pan on medium heat. Add cauliflower florets and fry for 2-3 minutes and then add the sliced potatoes.
2: Fry on medium-low flame for 7-8 minutes until soft and then set aside.
3: In the same pan, heat 1.5 teaspoons of oil on medium heat and add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
4: Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes till translucent.
5: Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes or till the raw smell goes away.
6: Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes till they are a little soft.
7: Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, and amchur (mango powder).
8: Cover the pan and let the masala cook for 2-3 minutes and then add the potatoes and cauliflower to it and mix.
9: Add chopped coriander leaves and give a good mix.
10: Add garam masala and cook the potato and cauliflower on medium-low heat for 5-6 minutes.
11: Add salt and cover the pan and cook more for an additional 6-7 minutes on low flame or till the potato and cauliflower are tender but not soggy.
