Aloo Gobhi

An East Indian rendition of आलू-गोभी "potatoes & cauliflower"
PANCHPHORNER CHORCHORI (Five seed tempered vegetables)A unique combination of flavors derived from the tempering five seeds, hence the name. Various substitutions of seasonal vegetables can be made – from just potatoes to a mix of eggplants, broad beans, red pumpkin, radishes, cauliflower, spinach and bell peppers.
Serves 4
Mustard oil 3 Tablespoons
Cumin seeds ½ Teaspoon
Mustard seeds ½ Teaspoon
Fennel seeds ½ Teaspoon
Wild onion seeds (Nigella) ½ Teaspoon
Fenugreek seeds ½ Teaspoon
Potatoes (3/4” diced) 2 med. size
Cauliflower (cut in 1”florets) 1 flower
Bell pepper (cut in 1” dices) 1 no (optional)
Turmeric powder 1 Teaspoon
Red chilli powder ½ Teaspoon
Salt ½ Teaspoon
Sugar ¼ Teaspoon
Ghee ¼ Teaspoon
1) In a heavy bottom pan heat mustard oil till it lightens in color.
2) Remove pan away from stove and add all the five seeds.
3) Place pan on stove and stir gently till seeds splutter and crackle.
4) Add potatoes and sauté for 3 minutes on med heat.
5) Add cauliflower and bell peppers, and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
6) Sprinkle turmeric and chilli powders continue to sauté for a minute.
7) Cover and cook for 5 minutes then add salt, mix, cover and let cook till done.
8) Correct seasoning, add sugar, ghee, mix and sauté on high heat for 2 minutes.