Curried Cauliflower And Potatoes Aloo Gobi Food

ALOO GOBI - POTATO AND CAULIFLOWER CURRY.

Steps:

• Boil the potatoes in their skins and allow to cool.
• Peel the potatoes and cut them into 2 inch squares.
• Blanch the cauliflower in boiling water for 2 minutes-do not over boil the cauliflower as it should still be firm after cooking.
• Cut into small florets.
• Heat the oil over medium heat in a wide frypan.
• Add the mustard seeds and as soon as they begin popping, add the cumin and fenugreek seeds and then the red chillies.
• Add the onion and the green chilli, stir and fry until the onions are golden brown-8-10 minutes.
• Add the cauliflower, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and cook for 6-8 minutes.
• Add the potatoes, dried spices and salt.
• Stir gently until all the ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
• Cover the pan and cook til the potatoes are heated through-6-8 minutes.
• Stir in the coriander leaves and remove from the heat.

GOBI ALOO (INDIAN STYLE CAULIFLOWER WITH POTATOES)

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in the cumin seeds, garlic, and ginger paste. Cook about 1 minute until garlic is lightly browned. Add the potatoes. Season with turmeric, paprika, cumin, garam masala, and salt. Cover and continue cooking 5 to 7 minutes stirring occasionally.
• Mix the cauliflower and cilantro into the saucepan. Reduce heat to low and cover. Stirring occasionally, continue cooking 10 minutes, or until potatoes and cauliflower are tender.

ALOO GOBI MASALA (CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO CURRY)

Steps:

• Place the cauliflower in a large, microwave-safe dish; cook in microwave on High for 3 minutes. Transfer the cauliflower to a bowl and set aside. Put the potatoes in the dish and cook in the microwave on High for 4 minutes. Pour into the bowl with the cauliflower.
• Heat the olive oil and cumin seeds in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the cumin swells and turns golden brown; stir the onions into the oil and cook about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook and stir another 3 minutes. Fold the cauliflower and potatoes into the mixture. Season with the curry powder and salt. Continue cooking until completely hot, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve hot.

SLOW COOKER OR STOVE TOP POTATO CAULIFLOWER CURRY (ALOO GOBI)

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a saute pan if you are making the slow cooker version or a large soup pot if you will making the whole dish on the stove.
• Once hot add the onions and saute until translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir in the cumin seeds and saute for about 3 minutes. Then add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander and cardamom and saute another 3 minutes, or until the spices become fragrant.
• If you are going to cook it the rest of the way in the slow cooker add the cooked onion and spice mixture, the potatoes, cauliflower, 1 cup of water and the diced tomatoes with liquid. Cook on low for 8 to 9 hours.
• Before serving add chili and salt to taste.
• Add the potatoes, cauliflower, 2 cups of water and the diced tomatoes with liquid into the soup pot with the cooked onions.
• Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Add chili and salt to taste before serving.
• Lazy tip: If you want to you can skip the sautéing and throw everything into the slow cooker. It won't be quite as flavorful, but it can really make your life easy during a busy week.

ALOO GOBI

Steps:

• Mix the Ginger-Garlic Paste, coriander, turmeric, and 1/2 cup water in a small bowl. This is a simple wet masala (spice mix). Set aside.
• In a large pot, warm the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add the serrano pepper, wait 30 seconds, and then add the cumin seeds and wait until they're done spluttering.
• Add the wet masala (careful, it will also splutter). Cook until the paste thickens, deepens in color slightly, and oil oozes out of the perimeter of the masala, about 2 minutes.
• Add the cauliflower and potatoes, stirring to coat the vegetables with the masala. Season with salt and add 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes. Then, remove the lid, stir, and cook until the cauliflower and potatoes are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
• Throw the garlic, ginger, and canola oil in a mini-food processor and let it go until it forms a semi-smooth paste. There will still be tiny little pieces in there, but overall, it should resemble a paste.
• Save what you don't use in a small glass jar. It should last in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. It's a delicious addition to marinades, pasta sauces, stir fry sauces, slow-cooker recipes, gravy etc. We always had a jar of this stuff in our fridge growing up.

ROASTED ALOO GOBI

Steps:

• Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Tip the potatoes into a large pan, fill with cold water and bring to the boil. Simmer for 5-6 mins until starting to soften but still holding their shape. Drain well.
• On a large baking tray, toss the potatoes and cauliflower with the spices and 2 tbsp oil. Season well and roast for 45 mins, stirring halfway through cooking, until the veg is soft and starting to brown.
• Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large pan. Fry the curry leaves and garlic for 1 min, making sure the garlic doesn't brown. Add the tomatoes, chillies, sugar, lime juice and some seasoning. Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 mins until the tomatoes have broken down.
• Add the roasted veg to the tomatoes. Simmer for 5 mins, adding a splash of water if the curry gets too thick. Stir through the coriander and serve with rice, warm naan and yogurt.

CAULIFLOWER & POTATO CURRY

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a saucepan. Cook the onion for 10 mins until soft, then add the ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin and curry powder. Cook for 1 min more. Stir in the tomatoes and sugar. Add the cauliflower, potatoes and split chilli, seasoning to taste. Cover with a lid and gently cook for a good 30 mins, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender - add a drop of water if you need to, but it is meant to be a dry curry.
• When the vegetables are cooked, remove the chilli, if you like, stir in a squeeze of lemon juice and scatter with coriander. Serve with your choice of Indian bread and a dollop of yogurt.

CURRIED CAULI, POTATOES, CHICKPEAS & SPINACH

Steps:

• Separate the cauliflower into florets, then cook in boiling salted water for 5 minutes, then drain, reserving about 150ml cooking water.
• Roughly chop the potatoes and cook in boiling salted water for 10 minutes, then drain.
• Peel and thinly slice the garlic and onion, then finely slice the chilli. Heat the oil and butter in a large frying pan over a low heat and sauté the garlic, onion and chilli till softened.
• Stir in all the spices, season, and cook for a few minutes. Add the cooked cauliflower, potatoes and reserved cooking water, then simmer on a low heat for 10 minutes.
• Drain and add the chickpeas, then the spinach. Cook, stirring, until the spinach wilts. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with a dollop of yoghurt and a squeeze of lime juice.

ALOO GOBI - POTATOES & CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Heat 2 teaspoon of oil in a pan on medium heat. Add cauliflower florets and fry for 2-3 minutes and then add the sliced potatoes.
• Fry on medium-low flame for 7-8 minutes till potatoes and cauliflower have some brown spots on them.
• Drain on a tissue paper and set aside.
• In the same pan heat 1.5 teaspoon of oil on medium heat and add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
• Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes till translucent.
• Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes or till the raw smell goes away.
• Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes till they are little soft.
• Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and amchur (mango powder).
• Cover the pan and let the masala cook for 2-3 minutes and then add the potatoes and cauliflower to it and mix.
• Add chopped coriander leaves and give a good mix.
• Add garam masala and cook the potato and cauliflower on medium-low heat for 5-6 minutes.
• Add salt and cover the pan and cook more additional 6-7 minutes on low flame or till the potato and cauliflower are tender but not soggy. If you feel the masala is sticking, you may add some water. Add 1 tablespoon at a time and only add enough to cook the veggies. I did not add any water in mine.
• Garnish with some more coriander leaves and serve hot with any Indian bread.

CURRIED CAULIFLOWER AND POTATOES

Steps:

• Peel potatoes and cut into cubes, about 1 inch.
• Place potatoes in bowl of water until ready to use.
• Place mustard seeds in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook until they begin to pop (1-2 minutes) Add the oil, onion, garlic and ginger and cook until onions begin to soften.
• Next add the spices cook until their fragrance intensifies.
• Keep stirring.
• Drain potatoes and add to pan along with the cauliflower florets.
• Stir well to coat everything with the spices.
• Add the cup of water and cook covered until the potatoes are just about tender, about 15 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Next add the peas and cook uncovered until tender, and until most of the liquid is absorbed.
• (3-5 more minutes) Add chopped cilantro and serve.

CURRIED CAULIFLOWER AND POTATOES (ALOO GOBI)

Steps:

• Combine chilies, ginger, cumin seeds and mustard seeds in a small bowl.
• Heat ghee in a large pot. When hot, add the spices. When the mustard seeds start to pop, drop in the potatoes & cauliflower.
• Fry for 4 minutes or so. Add the tomatoes, turmeric, coriander, garam masala, sugar, salt and half the coriander.
• Mix well, cover and gently heat for 15 minutes. If the vegetables start to stick, add a few drops of water.
• Top with remaining coriander and serve.

GUJARATI STYLE ALOO GOBI- POTATO AND CAULIFLOWER CURRY

Steps:

• Peel and cut potatoes, and cut cauliflower into florets.
• Blend tinned tomatoes until smooth.
• Heat oil in a saucepan.
• Add the mustard and cumin seeds. They will splutter in the oil. This is called doing the 'vaghaar' in Gujarati.
• Add in the chopped cauliflower and potato. Stir through gently.
• Add the tinned tomatoes along with the water. Cook for 2 minutes.
• Then add the turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder and salt. Mix together.
• Cover with lid and cook for 20 minutes. Stir gently at regular intervals, and try not to break up the cauliflower.
• TIP: a good way to check if the potato and cauliflower are cooked through is to get a sharp knife and gently try to cut through them. They should still have a bit of give but you can slice through them.
• Finally, add lemon juice and stir through.
• Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with roti or rice.

CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO CURRY

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the shallots, garlic and ginger. Cook on a very low heat for 5 minutes or until softened.
• Add the curry powder and chilli powder. Stir and cook for a further minute.
• Add the tomatoes, potatoes, cauliflower and stock. Mix well and cover with a lid. Cook on a low heat for 25 minutes.
• Stir in the coconut milk and mango chutney. Cook for a further 3 minutes.
• Serve topped with chopped coriander (cilantro).

CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO CURRY (ALOO GOBI)

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large pan over a moderate heat. Add the curry leaves and seeds and stir-fry for a minute or until everything is fragrant, the seeds are popping and the curry leaves are translucent.
• Add the onions and continue to fry for five minutes or until the onions are soft, but not brown.
• Add the potatoes and fry for another five minutes. Stir in the cauliflower, garlic, chillies and ginger. Add a splash of water and put the lid on the pan. Turn down the heat slightly and allow the veg to cook for ten minutes or until the potatoes are almost soft.
• Add the tomatoes, salt and remaining spices. Bring to a simmer and cook for a further five to ten minutes. The potatoes should be soft and the cauliflower tender, but not mushy.
• Test for flavour and seasoning. Take off the heat and squeeze in the juice from the lemon half, if needed.
• Serve as a main or side with a generous amount of coriander leaves scattered over the top. Rice or flatbreads are the perfect accompaniment, as is yoghurt if this is a main dish.

ALOO GOBI MATTAR - CAULIFLOWER, PEA AND POTATO CURRY

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large wok, karahi, or deep nonstick pan over high heat. Add onions and cumin seeds, and cook until onions are translucent. Then add the minced garlic, chunks of ginger and chili pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add all remaining spices, including salt. Stir well.
• Immediately add potato to pan. Stir until coated in oil and spices. Turn heat down to medium and sauté potato for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add chicken or vegetable stock, then put lid on pan, lower heat to medium-low and simmer for around 15 minutes.
• Add the cauliflower florets, grated ginger and lemon juice. Stir well. Replace lid, turn heat to low, and let simmer for about 10 minutes. If the ingredients are sticking to the pan, you can add a bit more stock or 1/4 cup of water at this point.
• Add frozen peas to pan, and stir ingredients. Cover and simmer for 10 more minutes.
• Turn off heat. Add half of the fresh cilantro, and mix thoroughly. Replace the lid, then allow to rest for 10 minutes before adjusting salt to taste and serving dish over rice. Garnish with remaining fresh cilantro.

ALOO GOBI (PUNJABI-STYLE CAULIFLOWER AND POTATOES WITH GINGER)

Steps:

• Put the oil in a large frying pan and set over medium heat. When it is hot, put in the potatoes and fry them until they are golden and almost tender, about 10 minutes. Lift the potatoes out with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels. Turn the heat to medium-high, put in the cauliflower florets, and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, until they are golden brown. Lift the cauliflower out with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Turn the heat off. Remove all the oil from the frying pan except for 2 tablespoons (the extra oil can be drained and reused). Turn the heat to medium-high and put in the ginger. Stir for 10 seconds. Now return the potatoes and cauliflower to the pan. Turn the heat down to medium. Put in the turmeric, salt, cayenne, cumin, and coriander. Stir gently to coat the vegetables with the spices. Add 3 tablespoons of water. Stir once and cover the pan. Turn the heat down to low and cook very gently for 4 minutes. Add the cilantro and toss gently. Serve hot.

TOFU ALOO GOBI (CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO CURRY)

Steps:

• 1. Heat the oil in a wide skillet or stir-fry pan. Add the garlic and sauté over medium-low heat until golden.
• 2. Add the potatoes and about 1 cup of water. Cover and bring to a simmer, then cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
• 3. Add the cauliflower, sprinkle in the ginger, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and mustard and continue to simmer gently for 5 minutes.
• 4. Stir in the tofu, tomatoes, and peas, and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Stir in the optional cilantro, season with salt, and serve.

MY ALOO GOBI - CURRIED CAULIFLOWER AND POTATOES

Steps:

• If using fresh cauliflower, separate florets from the head, wash and drain.
• If using frozen, defrost in microwave for 3-5 minutes.
• Wash, peel and cut potatoes into 1" cubes.
• Heat canola oil in a large pan over medium heat.
• Add mustard and cumin seeds and fry until seeds begin to pop and cumin becomes fragrant.
• Next add your chilis, garlic and ginger, and fry for a minute until they become fragrant as well.
• Add potatoes, stir to coat with oil and then sprinkle over turmeric, cumin powder, coriander, and chili powder or caynenne if using.
• Stir to coat, cover pan and cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are halfway done.
• Add cauliflower, sprinkle with a little more turmeric, and stir to coat with oil and spices.
• Add 1-3 tbsp of water, cover and cook another 10 minutes or until potatoes are soft.
• When finished check for salt and add if needed.
• Sprinkle with garam masala to taste, and serve.