Aloo Gobi
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Aloo Gobi
Description
Aloo Gobi features russet potatoes and cauliflower florets steamed until just tender. The potatoes and cauliflower are then gently sautéed with sliced onions cooked in vegetable oil, combined with a mixture of warm, aromatic spices such as coriander, cumin, garam masala, ground ginger, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. The lightly fried vegetables absorb the spices, creating a dish with depth and subtle heat, balanced by acidity from freshly added lemon juice. This method retains the vegetables' texture while infusing them with complex flavors.
This dish is typically served as a side to main courses, providing a flavorful vegetable component with familiar Indian-inspired seasoning. It pairs well with rice, flatbreads, or as part of a larger meal with other vegetable or meat dishes.
Steaming the potatoes and cauliflower before sautéing ensures even cooking and preserves a pleasant texture. Adding lemon juice at the end enhances the dish's brightness. The recipe suggests simmering the spices with water and onions before combining with the vegetables to create a cohesive flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 2 russet potato peeled and cut in 1 inch chunks
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 yellow onion , sliced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon garam masala (an Indian spice blend)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large pot bring 4 inches of water to a boil and add the potatoes to a steaming basket for 5-7 minutes then add in the cauliflower and steam for an additional 5 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet on medium heat and add in the onion slices, cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally then add in the water, salt, coriander, cumin, ginger, turmeric, cayenne and garam masala stirring it together well.
- Add in the potatoes, cauliflower and fry them for 1 minute before adding in the lemon juice, stirring it in gently.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Sodium | 620mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 792mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 57.6mg | 64% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.