What is Aloo Gobhi ?
Homestyle Vegan and Gluten Free Aloo Gobhi (Potato- Cauliflower stir fry) made with basic kitchen spices. Also sometimes called Alu Gobhi ki Sabji or Gobhi-Aloo in short !
Most weeknights, we have a very simple meal of Roti- Sabji-Dal (flatbread+Vegetable Side+Lentil Curry).
Salads and accompaniments like pickle etc keep changing, but we stick to a formula to save overthinking.
Of course, meal planners are used too (especially for school days), but cooking with local ingredients is something we look forward to.
Gobhi is a veggie that is treasured where I live, but chilly days (!!) & winters makes it come alive. Sharing a simple Alu Gobhi (Potato and Cauliflower sauteed in everyday spices) that my kids love with some Homestyle Dal Tadka and Roti. This is a sabji (called Sukha Bhaaji locally- or dry saute) I learnt as soon as I moved to this city what seems eons ago, and this never fails.
Let me know in the comment below, how you like Gobhi (Cauliflower) in your house ! I look forward to trying Radha's ultra delish Roasted Cauliflower Soup at the earliest - yummmm !
Sharing some Fall winter special dishes here !
Prep Time - 10 mins, Cook time - 10 mins, Serves - 2
What you need to make Alu Gobhi:
- 1 cup Cauliflower (Gobhi, cut into florets)
- ½ cup Potato (peeled and cubed)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon Jeera / Cumin seeds
- 1 Onion (medium, thinly sliced)
- 1 tomato (medium, deseeded and sliced thin)
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 tablespoon Coriander Powder (Dhania Powder)
- ½ teaspoon Cumin Powder (Jeera Powder)
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- ½ teaspoon Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)
- ½ teaspoon Red Chilli powder (Lal Mirch Powder)
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dried Fenugreek leaves (Kasuri Methi, crushed)
- 1 teaspoon Cilatnro (Kothmir / Coriander leaves, chopped)
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How to make Alu Gobhi
- Wash the veggies well. Trim the cauliflower from the base and cut into medium sized florets
- Peel the potato and cube .
- Reserve potatoes and cauliflower in a bowl of warm salted water to which a pinch of turmeric has been added.
- Drain the cauliflower and potato. Blanch OR microwave them for 3-4 mins. Drain completely and reserve.
- Slice tomato and onions, keep aside.
- Heat a pan, add oil, splitter cumin seeds
- Add the onions and saute for 3-4 mins till it turns translucent. Now add the tomato and saute for 2 mins
- Now add the salt, turmeric, all spice powders except Kasuri Methi. Saute for another 1-2 mins till masala coats the tomato and onion evenly.
- Now add the blanched / microwaved potato + cauliflower. Saute for another 1-2 mins till masala coats the veggies evenly.
- Sprinkle some water - 2 to 3 TBSP. Put a tight lid on, and let it cook for 6-8 mins, stir ocassionally
- Once the potatoes and cauliflower are cooked through (soft but not mushy), finish with some amchur and chopped coriander / cilantro and crushed Kasuri Methi
- Serve hot with Roti / Phulkas alongside Dal and salad for a complete, balanced meal
Quick and Easy Aloo Gobhi
Equipment
- Kadai
- Grater
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cauliflower Gobhi, cut into florets
- ½ cup Potato peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds Jeera
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 Onion medium, thinly sliced
- 1 to mato medium, deseeded and sliced thin
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 tablespoon Coriander Powder Dhania Powder
- ½ teaspoon Cumin Powder Jeera Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- ½ teaspoon Dry Mango Powder Amchur
- ½ teaspoon Red Chilli powder Lal Mirch Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dried Fenigreek leaves Kasuri Methi, crushed
- 1 teaspoon Cilatnro Kothmir / Coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Wash the veggies well. Trim the cauliflower from the base and cut into medium sized florets
- Peel the potato and cube .
- Reserve potatoes and cauliflower in a bowl of warm salted water to which a pinch of turmeric has been added.
- Drain the cauliflower and potato. Blanch OR microwave them for 3-4 mins. Drain completely and reserve.
- Slice tomato and onions, keep aside.
- Heat a pan, add oil, splitter cumin seeds
- Add the onions and saute for 3-4 mins till it turns translucent. Now add the tomato and saute for 2 mins
- Now add the salt, turmeric, all spice powders except Kasuri Methi. Saute for another 1-2 mins till masala coats the tomato and onion evenly.
- Now add the blanched / microwaved potato + cauliflower. Saute for another 1-2 mins till masala coats the veggies evenly.
- Sprinkle some water - 2 to 3 TBSP. Put a tight lid on, and let it cook for 6-8 mins, stir ocassionally
- Once the potatoes and cauliflower are cooked through (soft but not mushy), finish with some amchur and chopped coriander / cilantro and crushed Kasuri Methi
- Serve hot with Roti / Phulkas alongside Dal and salad for a complete, balanced meal
Seema says
Easiest ever to make on a weekday . We are so happy to have aloogobhi for dinner and the leftovers serve well for breakfast next day too.
Kalyani says
that sure sounds like a winner, right?
Priya Iyer says
Aloo Gobi is a big family favourite, and I make it almost the same way as you. Quick and easy option for a meal that is hearty and delicious too. ????
Kalyani says
THanks Priya! glad to know it's a family favourite with you guys too!
Priya Vj says
Aloo gobhi was amma's speciality ..she would make it very well . Your curry reminded me off her recipe. Piping hot rotis and aloo gobhi with dahi is a best combination on a winter night.
Kalyani says
glad to know it brought back some memories 🙂 yes that combo rocks!
Jayashree T.Rao says
I love aloo gobhi, often make it whenever I buy cauliflower. It pairs so well with hot phulkas or rotis.
Kalyani says
it's so easy and tasty right?
Archana says
Simply love the ease with which you can put aloo gobhi together. Sounds and looks yum.
Kalyani says
thanks Arch
Radha says
This is the best and quick side for any meal. I too serve this curry with phulka, and is also good for lunch box. Your curry looks amazing and perfect and is a perfect way to use the seasonal gobhi.
Kalyani says
THank you RAdha!
Preethi says
Aloo Gobhi is an emotion. It is an all time family favourite . You have made it look so irresistible.
Kalyani says
you are so right Preethi - it IS an emotion for sure 🙂 thank you so much !