Aloo Gobhi is a dry vegetarian Pakistani and Indian dish made with Aloo (potatoes) and Gobi (cauliflower) mixed with spices. The dish is a nice yellowish colour. Normally for preparing Aloo Gobhi dish we do not need to worry a lot about meat. Aloo Gobhi has its natural juices. When it is mixed with different types of spices, it makes a luscious dish. Aloo Gobhi is a real head turner for its piquant flavours and vivid color and justly filling.
Origin Of Aloo Gobhi:
Aloo Gobhi is a traditional North Indian delicacy and a staple dish in Punjab and popular across the globe. Aloo Gobhi is more of a signature dish of the Pakistani and Indian cuisine.
Aloo Gobhi Health Benefits:
Aloo Gobhi is an exceptionally healthful low calorie, high fiber food that offers significant pritection against cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Recipe Of Aloo Gobhi:
Preparation time 30-40 minutes
Serves 5-6 people
Ingredients:
Cauliflower (cut in to florets) 1
Potatoes cubed 4
Amchoor powder 1/2 tsp
Coriander powder 2 tsp
Turmeric powder 3/4 tsp
Cumin seeds 1 tsp
Garam masala 1 tsp
GInger garlic paste 1 tsp
Red chilli powder 1 tsp
Green peas 2 tbsp
Green chilli 2
Onion 1
Coriander leaves chopped 1 bunch
Oil 1/4 cup
Salt to taste
Tomatoes chopped 3
Instruction For Cooking:
1. Heat oil in a pan, saute cumin seeds, ginger-garlic paste for a minute and crushed tomato, onion and green chilli and add turmeric, cook till oil ozzes out.
2. Add rest of spices mixed in water, add potatoes, cauliflower and salt. Fry for few minutes.
3. Lower the heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until the vegetables are cooked.
4. Serve hot with naan, chapati or roti.
Aloo Gobhi As a Good Source Of Vitamins:
Potatoes Aloo are good source of vitamins like Vitamin C, B6, copper, potassium, manganese and dietry fiber and cauliflower Gobhi too is an excellant source of vitamin C, K, folate and fiber.
Uses Of Aloo Gobhi:
Aloo Gobhi can be served with various breads like roti, chapati, puri or naan. Aloo Gobhi is one of the popular standard dish in many restaurants menu.
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