2 each hot green chilies, minced
1 each 1/2 piece of ginger root
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp black mustard seeds
4 tbsp ghee
3 medium potatoes, diced
1 medium cauliflower in florets
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 tsp turmeric
2 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp garam masala
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp coarsely chopped coriander
Directions
Combine chilies, ginger, cumin seeds & mustrad 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 &
half the minced coriander. Mix well, cover & gently heat for 15
minutes. If the vegetables start to stick, add a few drops of water.
Top with remaining coriander & serve.
Yamuna Devi, "The Art of Indian Vegetarian Cooking"
Servings: 5 servings
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Categories: Asian; Indian; Potato; Vegetable
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We hope you enjoy this Aloo Gobi (Curried Cauliflower & Potatoes) recipe.
